Category: In Business

Wales’ aspiring business owners are being encouraged to take advantage of the latest Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme.

Public sector workers in Scotland have enjoyed bigger pay rises than anywhere else in the UK, according to the IFS, driving up Holyrood’s wage bill and triggering fresh concerns over affordability and productivity.

UK marketplace sellers fear a “second Brexit” as Donald Trump’s planned US import rules target Chinese-origin goods, threatening extra tariffs, customs checks, and bigger costs.

Elon Musk is slashing US government agencies in a radical cost-cutting effort, raising concerns that private companies—including his own—stand to profit from the hollowing out of federal services.

The Vivienne Westwood fashion house is facing mounting scrutiny after an independent investigation upheld allegations of homophobic bullying against its chief executive, Carlo D’Amario.

A survey by entrepreneur network Helm reveals that 37% of UK business founders worry Trump’s proposed tariffs will raise costs. While many remain unfazed, others fear supply chain disruption and export challenges.

Small businesses are calling on the chancellor to improve funding access, subsidise AI training, and ease tax burdens. Entrepreneurs warn that rising costs and bureaucracy are stifling growth.

Young farmers join mass tractor protest in London against Labour’s inheritance tax reforms, warning the policy will force family farms out of business.

Running a small business single-handedly can be a juggling act at the best of times. In an increasingly competitive environment, the pressures felt by solopreneurs – business owners who go it alone – can be immense.

APSCo urges the Treasury to prioritise employment reform in the Spending Review, calling for targeted regulatory updates, visa reforms, and sector-specific funding to support economic growth.

A surge in interest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) resources has been reported in the UK following the decision by former US President Donald Trump to withdraw federal support for DEI initiatives, prompting many global corporations to scale back or reverse their diversity commitments.

A complex UK tax system is driving up administration costs for both HMRC and businesses, warns the NAO. Calls grow for simplification to ease the burden.

Ten new banking hubs in the North East and Cumbria aim to replace local branch closures, offering vital cash services and face-to-face financial advice for communities in need.

Riverford is celebrating a 100% rise in profits by sharing £1.3m among over 1,000 employees.