Deliveroo has made changes to the contract for its couriers. The move follows MPs’ criticism of contracts of workers employed in the gig economy.
Category: News
The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Branson & Paphitis urge new government to cut business rates
Business rates need to be tackled by the next government to boost small firms, according to two of Britain’s best-known entrepreneurs, Sir Richard Branson and Theo Paphitis.
UKs small firms ‘must be put at the heart of EU trade talks’
In the face of troubling trade statistics last week, the Federation of Small Businesses has urged the Government to keep Britain’s small firms ‘front of mind’ as it embarks on a post-Brexit trade campaign.
UK professionals reveal what they do to impress their new boss
First impressions are important, especially when you start a new job, but for the majority of UK professionals it doesn’t stop there.
Blue Patch Business Awards open for entries
Applications opened this week for Blue Patch’s annual Business Awards, now in it’s second year.
Three quarters of British businesses say barrier-free trade with EU is key in Brexit negotiations
Just 6 per cent of British businesses want the government to prioritise curbing immigration during the Brexit negotiations – while 74 per cent want the government to focus on securing barrier-free trade with the EU.
Manufacturing hammers new highs in UK business confidence
The manufacturing sector is acting as the primary driving force behind business confidence in the UK
Takumi raises £3.2m in Series A funding
Takumi marketing platform which connects brands to these influencers to create impactful grassroot Instagram marketing campaigns, today announces the successful completion of a Series A funding round worth $4 million (£3.2 million) to fund its US and global expansion.
Are you Britain’s best manufacturer?
The hunt to find Britain’s best manufacturers is on. EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, is launching the 9th annual Future Manufacturing Awards, designed to find Britain’s unsung manufacturing heroes and most outstanding apprentices.
Nearly a third of UK workers admit to working overtime at the weekends or on holiday
UK workers are facing baurnout by allowing work tasks to encroach heavily on free-time according to a new survey from global workspace provider Regus. The survey targeted UK professionals in order to identify typical patterns working and productivity. For many respondents it appears that working structures are simply not geared to delivering a work/life balance […]
Freelancers’ confidence plummets to second lowest level since records began
The confidence of the UK’s two million freelancers has fallen to the second lowest level on record, according to research.
Optimistic SMEs face costs challenge
SMEs are optimistic about the future but acutely conscious of the mounting cost pressures that stand in the way of sustainable growth.
Secret stress: 8 million UK workers suffer in silence
New research released has revealed the startling number of people in the UK who are suffering from stress but are hiding it from their employers.
Disruptive drinks brand 808 whisky announces crowdfunding campaign
Today 808 they announce crowdfunding campaign via Seedrs, with shares priced at £0.80 each.
6 reasons why you should invest in training
A survey of more than 1,400 people found that almost half of them didn’t believe that their employer was offering them enough learning and development opportunities.
