Rising Interest Rates: How Are They Affecting Businesses?

03/03/2023

Rising Interest Rates: How Are They Affecting Businesses?

Right now, the UK is going through a cost of living crisis. Inflation is the highest it’s been in 40 years and the Bank of England are rapidly trying to take steps to combat this. If you want to find out more about rising interest rates and how they could impact your business then take […]

Importance of Cyber Security for Businesses

22/02/2023

Importance of Cyber Security for Businesses

Cyber security is an increasingly important concern for businesses in today’s digital age, especially seeing cyber attacks happen so recently to large corporations. It refers to the practices and technologies used to protect computer systems, networks, and sensitive data from unauthorised access, theft, and damage. Cyber security is important for all types of businesses, regardless […]

How Are the Train Strikes Affecting UK Businesses?

26/01/2023

How Are the Train Strikes Affecting UK Businesses?

The UK transport industry has been plagued with periodic strikes since Autumn 2022 and, with more planned, many businesses are wondering how this will affect them. The strikes are no doubt having a financial impact on businesses due to both the loss in productivity as employees are unable to get to work and the fact […]

What is the Future of the Office Working Week?

25/01/2023

What is the Future of the Office Working Week?

The 4-day working week, flexible working and remote working have been hot topics of discussion ever since the pandemic. The adaptability of businesses and the way they can work has definitely been tested, so what does the future look like for office working? Government Proposes Flexible Working from Day One Not only have businesses had […]

Self-Assessment Tax Returns: What You Need to Know

23/01/2023

Self-Assessment Tax Returns: What You Need to Know

With the January 31st Deadline swiftly approaching, it’s essential that you are prepared to file your self-assessment tax returns and pay the appropriate taxes. While this may seem complicated or overwhelming, the sooner you complete your returns, the better. Furthermore, filing your tax return can also make you more aware of the ways you may […]

How to Make Your Business Greener in 2023

23/01/2023

How to Make Your Business Greener in 2023

As a business owner, you are responsible for the impact your company has on the environment. As such, making sustainable business changes should be a significant focus within your operations moving forward, regardless of which industry you operate within. This is due to the simple fact that experts agree significant changes must be introduced sooner […]

What is Supporting Small Business Relief?

07/12/2022

What is Supporting Small Business Relief?

The Autumn Statement promised up to £7 billion worth of support to businesses seeing a rise in their business rates as the cost of living increases. The supporting small business relief scheme helps eligible SMEs adjust to rising rates by capping the increase in bills to £600 for the next financial year. This article will […]

Business Investments You Should Make in 2023

07/12/2022

Business Investments You Should Make in 2023

There is little doubt that small businesses have been among the entities hit the hardest by the challenges of the past two years and today’s raging inflation. But as the economy continues to bounce back and consumers focus more on supporting their community, UK enterprises face a unique opportunity for growth and business investments. Nonetheless, […]

How to Be More Involved with Your Chamber of Commerce

14/11/2022

How to Be More Involved with Your Chamber of Commerce

2022 has been busy for business and, as pressure begins to pile on, it’s easy to forget the support available to use. It’s usually this time of year that many of us are beginning to review costs whilst creating the 2023 budget, so it’s no surprise that you’re second guessing some of the memberships you’ve […]