The retail sector has undergone a huge transformation over the past couple of decades; some of those changes for the good, others not so beneficial. Many of us turn to the internet when making decisions on where to … Continued
If you are a charity or a community organisation working with vulnerable people, then there is good news from the government. A £76 million programme has been set up to help protect the most vulnerable in society against the … Continued
The way that waste packaging is dealt with and disposed of is changing. Under what is known as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), food producers and retailers who sell own-brand products will have to compile and submit reports on … Continued
For many businesses, ensuring employee retention and commitment is key to their success. Figures from HMRC, published in June 2023 shows half of the businesses which have established a share scheme did so to create a sense of ownership among … Continued
The new rateable values for business properties came into effect on 1st April 2023, updated by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) for the first time in six years to reflect changes in property values and circumstances. The rateable values for … Continued
One of the buzzwords of the year, if not the decade is AI – Artificial Intelligence. Some experts have predicted that by 2033, AI could become a trillion-pound sector that brings big benefits to both business and society. … Continued
In recent years, concern has grown about the effect on the environment of the use of plastics in retail, specifically single-use items, such as cutlery and balloon sticks. The government has been taking steps to reduce this and from 1st … Continued
The government has announced that it is taking steps to reduce the amount of red tape involved in setting up and administering a business. It’s intended to cut costs for businesses and make it easier for them to compete both … Continued