Category: Opinion

Mar 31

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

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. With talent gravitating towards urban areas, rural and small town businesses often face difficulties attracting and retaining skilled employees. The challenge isn’t just about finding people but is about […]
Mar 28

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

President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on car imports could reshape global trade routes — and push the UK into pole position as the most important export market for Germany’s automotive industry. That’s the opinion of leading audit, tax and business advisory firm Blick Rothenberg. With a 25 per cent tariff on all German car […]
Mar 27

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

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. However, spending time outdoors is essential for both our physical and mental wellbeing. Engaging in outdoor activities can boost health, enhance mood, improve productivity, and even contribute to better sleep quality. We […]
Mar 26

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

The government’s 2025 spring statement has come under fire from the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, which warns that the Chancellor’s plans risk undermining business productivity and job creation by failing to address the real workplace challenges faced by employers. While the Chancellor announced increased funding for defence and infrastructure, CIPD […]
Mar 18

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

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. However, leading software consultancy Scott Logic has argued that the adoption of AI will drive efficiency and open up new opportunities rather than eliminate roles. The civil service workforce has expanded […]
Mar 18

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

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. Whilst her delivery is far from […]