I was very interested to see that Labour has pledged to champion the cause of Britain’s SMEs. As the front-runner in the election, at least according to the polls, it could signal new opportunities for economic growth.
Category: Opinion
Some of the UKs leading business leaders and opinion formers share their insight and ideas for growth
Tax Policies: the good, the bad and the ugly…
Conservative tax policies pay no regard to the best interest of the country and Labour’s policies are horrendous with no awareness of the social consequences
Formula 1’s Selective Morality: The Flavio Briatore Paradox
Formula 1’s moral compass wavers as it welcomes back Flavio Briatore, previously banned for “Crashgate,” while castigating Christian Horner for internal issues. A stark disparity in values
How can businesses best walk the green walk?
More and more businesses are implementing ESG policies, publishing regular updates on their green activity, and seeking to reassure customers and stakeholders alike that being sustainable is a high priority, and in many cases, this is being driven by a genuine desire to contribute to efforts to save the environment.
Presence & people – key success factors for regional law firms
Regional law firms have big advantages when it comes to communication
Why every startup should do a ‘pre-mortem analysis’
When startups fail, one of the most frequently cited reasons is running out of cash.
UK Automotive Sector Faces Critical Skills Gap “Timebomb,” Warns GSF Car Parts CEO
Steve Horne, CEO of GSF Car Parts, calls for urgent government action to address the growing skills gap in the UK automotive industry, highlighting its impact on independent garages and consumers.
Is over-focusing on privacy hampering the push to take full advantage of AI?
Customer data needs to be firewalled and if protected properly can still be used for valuable analytics
Healthy Profits: How To Get The Most From MedTech Investment
Investing in medtech can be highly rewarding, both financially and personally, but every investor needs to have a strategic approach to understanding a startup’s commercial prospects before taking the plunge, says entrepreneur investor Professor Michael Atar.
Britain Should Celebrate the Wealthy – Not Tax Them Out of the Country
It’s time to debunk myths about the wealthy and recognise their contributions to society. Britain should celebrate its successful individuals rather than driving them away with excessive taxes.
Six ways to make your workplace more fun – and the serious reasons for having a laugh on the job
Humans are social creatures. Our DNA is genetically hardwired to spend time in communities, working with others to solve problems, to be creative and to learn.
Recruiting and retaining multigenerational talent: what i’ve learnt as a business owner
The working population is growing as people live longer and choose to retire later, and the current employment workforce is now made up of five generations.
Scrap Stamp Duty for Over-75s to Solve Housing and Care Crisis, Says Retirement Home Boss
Scrapping stamp duty for over-75s could encourage downsizing, freeing up family homes and providing funds for care, argues the CEO of Retirement Villages Group.
Election Victory Means Inheriting UK’s Economic Burden
Election Victory Means Inheriting UK’s Economic Burden
Why embracing Industry 5.0 is a game changer for SMEs
Many of the challenges faced by businesses today are complex, multifaceted and interconnected – requiring a combination of human ingenuity and technological capabilities to solve.
