Office for National Statistics (ONS) data suggests more than a third (36%) of all small and medium-sized enterprises across the country engage in innovative activities.
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SME Marketing ‘Mistakes’ You’ll Make – Don’t Beat Yourself Up
What separates successful SME marketing leaders from the rest isn’t avoiding mistakes – it’s recognising them quickly, learning the lesson, and moving forward.
Uber expands free childcare support to over 100,000 UK drivers in industry-first move
Uber has extended its partnership with Bubble to offer 20 hours of free childcare annually to over 100,000 UK drivers, helping parents earn flexibly while easing the burden of childcare.
What came first, the purpose or the people?
We’ve talked a lot about purpose, and while it should be at the very heart of your organisation, it’s been long debated what should come first – a clear purpose or the ‘right people’? It’s ‘the chicken or the egg?’ equivalent for business.
Amazon boycott could cost up to £47m in lost UK sales
UK shoppers could join the US Amazon boycott over political concerns, potentially costing the retailer £47m in lost sales. Could tensions over trade and Trump drive UK consumers away from US brands?
Urgent action needed to prevent London’s black cabs from disappearing by 2045
A new report warns that London’s black cabs could vanish by 2045 unless urgent action is taken. Industry leaders call on the government, TfL, and the Mayor of London to step in and support the trade.
Businesses eager to invest but cautious ahead of Spring Statement
UK SMEs are eager to invest but are delaying major decisions ahead of the Spring Statement. Business leaders call for stability as economic uncertainty continues to impact confidence.
Trump’s tariffs could boost demand for English sparkling wine
Potential 200% levy on EU wines creates unexpected opportunity for British producers
Poor parental support driving talent away as 87% say maternity pay is inadequate
A new study reveals that 87% of people believe statutory maternity pay is inadequate, with workplace policies influencing family planning decisions. Are poor parental benefits driving talent away?
GB News boss claims ‘far-left’ groups are orchestrating attack on channel
GB News is facing a fresh Ofcom investigation after a Headliners episode sparked complaints. CEO Angelos Frangopoulos has accused far-left groups of a coordinated attack on free speech, as the channel fights back against regulatory scrutiny.
Fall in hiring raises recession alarms as Reeves confronts £15bn fiscal gap
A 0.5% fall in UK employment prompts recession fears, punching a multi-billion-pound hole in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s budget plans. Rising business costs, higher taxes, and sluggish economic growth are shaking the Treasury’s fiscal rulebook this spring.
Why BA keeps climbing despite the turbulence: inside Sean Doyle’s premium plan
British Airways is poised to post rising profits in 2024 despite ongoing criticism of its customer service and loyalty overhaul. CEO Sean Doyle’s multi-billion-pound strategy is reshaping the UK’s flagship airline for premium growth—and what it means for fliers and investors alike.
Businesses are embracing new product development after cost-cutting lull
Companies are refocusing on innovation after two years of cutbacks, says PA Consulting’s global head of innovation. Discover how renewed investment, regulatory shifts, and the “wrestle for talent” are shaping new product development in 2025.
Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos forced to recall 7,000 cars in the US after doors open mid-journey
In a setback for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s automotive venture, Ineos Automotive has issued a recall for 7,000 Grenadier SUVs in the United States after reports that doors opened unexpectedly while driving.
Employer costs for low-paid staff to jump by over £2,100 per employee from April 2025
Businesses face higher expenses for low-paid workers when the National Living Wage and employer’s NIC both rise next April, potentially curbing hiring and investment, warns Blick Rothenberg.
