The UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will mandate stricter cybersecurity for 1,000 service providers, enhancing protection for data centres and vital supply chains amid rising cyber threats.
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Over half of UK organisations to cut expenses amid rising government costs, survey finds
52% of UK businesses plan to cut expenses as rising taxes and government costs put pressure on budgets, according to a new survey of CFOs by AccountsIQ and ExpenseIn.
Trump’s car tariffs could make UK top export market for German auto industry, says Blick Rothenberg
Trump’s 25% tariffs on German car imports to the US may shift export focus to the UK, now a key market for both new and classic German vehicles, says Blick Rothenberg.
Civil service job cuts will drive efficiency and open new opportunities, says policy recruiter
Plans to cut 10,000 civil service jobs could boost public sector efficiency and create new opportunities in change management, planning and innovation, says Policy by Murray.
CIPD: Spring statement fails to support employers, risking productivity and jobs
CIPD warns that the spring statement neglects key workplace challenges, urging the government to support employers, invest in skills, and ease implementation of new employment regulations.
Ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting: What employers need to know
Gender pay gap reporting for large employers was introduced in 2017. The Government’s view is that this has improved transparency and provided employers with important information about how to address inequalities.
Are UK SMEs missing out on valuable Research and Development (R&D) tax relief?
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.
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?
