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A growing number of London’s entrepreneurs and micro-businesses are swapping traditional offices for coffee shops and cafes, with new research revealing that these venues are playing an increasingly vital role in the capital’s business ecosystem.

8 Upskilling Moves SMEs Should Budget For in 2026

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For small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), equipping employees with the latest skills and tools needs to be a priority.

Taxpayers have until 5 April 2025 to make voluntary National Insurance Contributions dating back to 2006 to boost their state pension. Experts advise checking your NI record now.

Ireland’s Game-Changer: Auto-Enrolment Pensions Arrive in 2026

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In early 2026, the Irish pensions landscape will undergo one of its most significant shifts in decades.

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5 Accounting Tasks Most Small Businesses Should Probably Outsource Offshore

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Running a small or medium-sized business is tough enough without getting buried in spreadsheets every month. A lot of us owners and managers end up wearing too many hats, sales, customer stuff, operations, and then accounting piles on top.

Britain’s second-largest bookmaker has warned it will close all its 1,300 betting shops and cut 7,000 jobs if the government presses ahead with plans to double gambling taxes in next month’s budget.

From Bets to Budgets: Breaking down the role of taxes in the UK Gambling Industry

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Gambling has long been a fixture of British life, from local high streets to online platforms that let punters place a bet from their sofa.

Fence posts are very important for any kind of fencing. Even if the panels or mesh are strong, the whole thing relies on the posts that hold it up.

How to Select Fence Posts That Stand Up to Weather and Wear

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Fence posts are very important for any kind of fencing. Even if the panels or mesh are strong, the whole thing relies on the posts that hold it up.

NatWest Group has opened applications for the second year of its Fintech Programme, calling on UK-based fintechs that are using artificial intelligence to reshape the future of customer experience in financial services.

Solomon Asamoah and the Evidentiary Turning Point in the Sky Train Trial

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The resumption of the Sky Train trial this week signalled a significant development in the proceedings, particularly as the court entered a phase that is often crucial in complex financial cases.

Padel tennis is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, attracting players of all ages and fitness levels. If you’ve seen a padel court and wondered, “Is padel tennis easy to learn?” - the short answer is yes.

Is Padel Tennis Easy to Learn? What Beginners Can Expect

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Padel tennis is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, attracting players of all ages and fitness levels. If you’ve seen a padel court and wondered, “Is padel tennis easy to learn?” – the short answer is yes.

From Dyson to Tineco: How Vacuum Brands Compete in 2025 (and What SMEs Can Copy)

19 January 202620 January 2026 Business Business Matters 0 Comments

Cleaning used to be simple. Grab a vacuum, chase the crumbs, call it a day. In 2025, that sounds almost quaint. Homes get busier, floors get messier, and patience runs out fast.

Gold and silver have long been regarded as safe-haven assets, offering protection against inflation and economic instability.

Experts State Bullish Views on Silver But Could It Pass £100?

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With gold enjoying a spectacular surge in 2025 and starting 2026 strongly, many financial experts are now looking at silver to see whether it also continues its recent rally. What are the key factors that we need to take into account?

Craps remains one of the most popular games in casinos due to the energy with which it is played, and it conveys an energizing touch, which is allied with risk.

How Ireland balances regulation and innovation in live casinos

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Irish online betting platforms are at a crossroads. Ireland is attempting to introduce new legislation that will help to tighten up the industry, while also ensuring that they do not over-regulate to the point where the industry’s creativity is stifled.

The freedom of flexibility is why a dynamic pricing strategy is the solution you have been waiting for to elevate your company to the next level

Tech Makes Deposits and Withdrawals Faster Than Ever: IBO International Leads the Shift

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In online trading, speed is no longer a convenience, but an expectation. Clients want to move capital instantly, see it reflected accurately, and access profits without delays.

After​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ a C-section, everyday things like driving your car might suddenly appear difficult. Yes, the arrival of a new baby is a wonderful thing, but it still takes time to heal, so you will inevitably have to ask yourself questions about how to move safely.

Postpartum Mobility: How Long After C Section Can You Drive Without Risk?

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After​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ a C-section, everyday things like driving your car might suddenly appear difficult. Yes, the arrival of a new baby is a wonderful thing, but it still takes time to heal, so you will inevitably have to ask yourself questions about how to move safely.

A growing number of financially squeezed households are “turning to crime” by submitting bogus insurance claims, with data revealing a sharp rise in cases over the past year.

6 Insurance Decisions Founders Should Revisit in 2026

19 January 202619 January 2026 Business Business Matters 0 Comments

If you run a startup, you already know how fast the ground can shift under you. Insurance is one of those things that founders set up early, then forget about until renewal season brings surprises.

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Proxys.io: Proxy Provider Review for Business and Professionals

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Modern digital teams depend on reliable data flows – whether that’s monitoring search visibility, validating ads, testing apps across regions, or running automated QA at scale.

Local search has moved far beyond simple directory listings and Google Maps pins. Most consumers now research local businesses online before visiting, and the majority make purchasing decisions within a day of their search.

5 Reasons Why Maptive is The Best GIS Platform for Location Intelligence

19 January 202619 January 2026 Business Business Matters 0 Comments

Discover why Maptive stands out as the top GIS platform for location intelligence. Explore its unique features and benefits that enhance your data analysis.

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Uber has launched a new on-demand delivery service called Courier, designed to help individuals and small businesses across the UK handle everyday errands and deliveries with ease. The service, now live in nine cities and set to expand to 20 by the end of the summer, is the latest move by Uber to diversify beyond rides and food delivery.

Uber drops 2030 all-electric target as chief executive warns EV shift is stalling

Uber has admitted it will miss its pledge to run an all-electric fleet by 2030 in the UK, Europe and the US, as its chief executive cites high costs, weak incentives and slowing EV adoption.

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Elon Musk floats Ryanair takeover amid public spat with Michael O’Leary

Hotel industry chiefs urge chancellor to extend business rates relief beyond pubs

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