Research by Open Banking Ltd (OBL), the body set up by the CMA in 2016 to deliver open banking, shows that UK businesses are adopting open banking products at a higher rate than individual consumers. What is Open … Continued
In April 2023, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) published its latest business plan, detailing how it intends to support employers in the sector by focussing investment worth £250 million on three central priorities. Improving the recruitment pipeline It … Continued
The UK, along with many other industrialised countries, is facing significant challenges when considering how to tackle the energy crisis; not just pricing and availability in the present but future initiatives to move away from a reliance on carbon-based … Continued
The dramatic rise in energy costs has been a major headache for businesses for some time now, and many are struggling to stay afloat. At the start of April, the government launched a campaign to help businesses boost their … Continued
Back in the autumn of 2022, it was announced that IR35, the off-payroll working rules in the public and private sectors would be abolished from April 2023. However, that was soon reversed by the next Chancellor and so the … Continued
Small businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. Over 5 million SMEs contribute nearly half the country’s total employment and revenue. However, a new study by Smart Money People has revealed that as many as 160,000 small businesses … Continued
The United Kingdom’s labour shortage has been a significant concern in recent months, particularly for industries that rely heavily on migrant workers. In response, the government … Continued
The UK housing industry relies heavily on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to deliver much-needed housing projects. However, in recent years, SME housebuilders have faced a … Continued