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Some of the UKs leading business leaders and opinion formers share their insight and ideas for growth

Richard Alvin argues that Aaron Sorkin is our generation’s Shakespeare – swapping swords for Senate hearings, and soliloquies for Senate smacks. And yes, he can handle the truth.

Sorkin is the new Shakespeare — only with better suits and fewer dead kings

23 April 2025 Opinion Richard Alvin 0 Comments

Richard Alvin argues that Aaron Sorkin is our generation’s Shakespeare – swapping swords for Senate hearings, and soliloquies for Senate smacks. And yes, he can handle the truth.

The slow death of the fourth estate – and why George Clooney’s Broadway revival hits harder than he thinks

18 April 202523 April 2025 Opinion Richard Alvin 0 Comments

In this opinion piece for Business Matters, Richard Alvin reflects on George Clooney’s Broadway revival Good Night, and Good Luck, and argues that British journalism has lost its edge.

Rolls-Royce’s 1970s rescue offers a blueprint for British Steel’s survival

17 April 2025 Opinion Paul Jones 0 Comments

The government’s move to save British Steel echoes the 1971 nationalisation of Rolls-Royce. History shows that with the right structure and support, state intervention can work.

The Ever-Increasing Need for Employee Routines

9 April 2025 Columns, Opinion Ed Johnson 0 Comments

As a tech entrepreneur who built my business before, during and since the pandemic, I’ve seen the shift that every business owner and organisation has seen.

America is not the greatest country in the world anymore

9 April 2025 Columns, Opinion Richard Alvin 0 Comments

Business Matters columnist Richard Alvin explores why America is no longer the greatest country in the world, citing the dramatic policy shifts under President Trump’s second term.

The Rural Recruitment Struggle: Finding the Right Staff Outside the City

31 March 2025 Columns, Opinion Rachel Watkyn 0 Comments

Hiring the right staff has always been a challenge for businesses, but for small businesses operating outside major UK cities, the struggle is even more pronounced.

Trump’s car tariffs could make UK top export market for German auto industry, says Blick Rothenberg

28 March 2025 In Business, Opinion Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

Why is it important to get outside? Practical tips to make outdoor activities part of your daily routine

27 March 202527 March 2025 Columns, Opinion Annaliza Sturge 0 Comments

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s easy to spend most of our time indoors -whether at work, home, or commuting between the two.

CIPD: Spring statement fails to support employers, risking productivity and jobs

26 March 2025 In Business, Opinion Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

Throwing more money at HMRC won’t fix Britain’s £40bn tax gap, warns leading tax expert

26 March 2025 Opinion Jamie Young 0 Comments

Blick Rothenberg CEO Nimesh Shah warns that the government’s £300m investment in HMRC is unlikely to close the UK’s £40bn tax gap without tackling tax system complexity.

Government’s AI investment will create opportunities, not job losses, says tech leader

18 March 2025 Opinion Business Matters 0 Comments

The UK government’s decision to integrate artificial intelligence into public sector operations has raised concerns over potential job losses, particularly within the civil service.

Kemi Badenoch’s Net Zero U-turn: A Political Play or a Policy Disaster?

18 March 2025 Columns, Opinion Richard Alvin 0 Comments

Kemi Badenoch has always prided herself on being the straight-talking, no-nonsense politician, unafraid to ruffle feathers and say the supposedly unsayable. A darling of the right, a would-be Thatcher 2.0, she has spent her political career carving out an image of economic pragmatism wrapped in a distinctly ideological package.

Thank goodness for Mark Carney: The quiet genius poised to lead Canada

10 March 2025 Columns, Opinion Richard Alvin 0 Comments

Mark Carney’s measured leadership, global economic savvy, and calm persona make him the ideal next Prime Minister of Canada in this insightful opinion piece.

Manchester’s legal sector: How the city rose to challenge London’s dominance

10 March 2025 Opinion Business Matters 0 Comments

Discover how Manchester’s thriving business environment, top universities, and strategic location have propelled the city to become a key legal hub, according to Clarke Willmott’s Ed Foulkes.

Building Enduring Digital Success: A Guide to Scaling in the UK

5 March 20254 March 2025 Opinion Adam Graham 0 Comments

The UK business landscape is dynamic and ever evolving and presents a unique set of both challenges and incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

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