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At the start of the decade, the office was officially pronounced dead. The morning commute was no more. The water cooler? A relic of the past. We were told that the future had arrived early. For a couple of years, we all enjoyed choosing our custom backgrounds for video calls and deciding which pair of […]

In 2026, the business environment for SMEs and entrepreneurs is becoming more complex and competitive than ever before. Economic uncertainty, evolving tax policies, and the relentless challenge of attracting and retaining top talent are reshaping priorities. Nick Gabay and Elliot Lewis of Thackray Williams outline three strategies that should be on the radar of leaders […]

It’s rare for a business to fall short due to reckless decisions; it’s more common for something to have been overlooked or assumed to have already been done. Especially as businesses go through stages of growth, blind spots can easily form. These blind spots often develop into risks that go unnoticed during day-to-day operations. So […]

When you hear the word business, there are many cities that spring to mind. For most people, London is chief among them. Alongside the likes of New York City and Singapore, London holds its own in terms of footfall, talent, networking and wealth. But with the increase in remote working, are these traditional business cities […]

Germany is increasingly capturing the attention of entrepreneurs and businesses looking to expand internationally. As one of Europe’s most significant economies, Germany is emerging as one of the continent’s most promising growth stories, driven by renewed business confidence, sustained investment, and labour market fundamentals that continue to attract global employers. For companies planning to establish […]

As 2026 begins, many UK SMEs are reassessing how best to manage their finances for the year ahead. David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, has highlighted how persistent inflation and rising costs continue to weigh on business confidence – making more proactive financial planning essential for businesses of all sizes. SMEs also […]

Workplace socials have long been a defining part of company culture. From after-work drinks to team-building days, they’re designed to help teams unwind and connect. But how many employees actually feel that these events are truly inclusive?  To understand how employees really feel about company socials, Capital on Tap surveyed 2,000 UK workers to identify which cities […]

A new study from Capital on Tap reveals the most supportive and most challenging UK cities for business expansion, based on economic strength, long-term business performance, start-up activity and household prosperity. The report analyses five key indicators behind sustainable business growth, including five-year survival rates, GDP per head, employment levels, start-up density, and average disposable […]

Most business owners view recruitment as a simple transaction: you pay a fee, you get a person, and you pay their salary. But when a hire doesn’t work out the way that you wanted or was sold in the interview, you can’t just go ahead and ask for a refund. In some places with ‘workers’ […]