Labour market stats not encouraging

Labour market stats not encouraging

The number of people classed as economically inactive has spiraled to 9.4 million. Data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows the percentage of people employed has fallen to 74.4%, while a near record 2.8 million people are now out of...
AI expert to lead action plan

AI expert to lead action plan

New UK Science Secretary, Peter Kyle, has put Artificial Intelligence or AI at the heart of the government’s agenda to deliver change, sustained economic growth and improved public services. The Secretary of State has appointed Tech entrepreneur and Chair...
Your stake in your business

Your stake in your business

Ever wondered how your stake in your business is represented in your accounts? The answer can be found at the bottom of your balance sheet. Simply put it is the value of your physical business assets less any liabilities; usually described as net assets. But this is...
The new Chancellor’s first speech

The new Chancellor’s first speech

The Chancellor has promised to take immediate action to fix the foundations of the economy, rebuild Britain and make every part of the country​ better off. In her first speech as Chancellor, Rachel Reeves pledged to leaders of some of the UK’s pioneering...
Responding to a personal data breach

Responding to a personal data breach

The Information Commissioner’s Office has a simple guide that explains what you need to do in the 72 hours following a data breach. The seven step approach advocated is set out below: Step one: Don’t panic It’s understandable if you’re...
Exit plans

Exit plans

Exit can be seen as quitting, especially if the exit discussed is your business interests. But actually, business exit planning is an essential part of general business planning. In some respects, it is the most important aspect of business development planning as it...