According to a new report from the UK’s cyber security agency, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the number of ‘hackers for hire’ is set to grow over the next five years, leading to more cyber attacks and increasingly unpredictable threats. A rise in spyware and other hacking tools is also anticipated, which will have a […]
For a founder or seller, the sale of a SME business will be one of their key life events. For a buyer it can be a springboard to a faster growth rate. In recent months buyer and seller expectations have changed in relation to SME transactions. Francis Dalton, Corporate Partner at national law firm Freeths, […]
In the 18th century, at the beginning of the industrial revolution, human resources were valued no more than material resources. Today, the situation has changed radically. It takes several years, educational infrastructure, technology, and much more to educate a highly qualified specialist. Therefore, every employer understands how difficult it is to find a true professional […]
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced that the rollout of the new additional information form that is required to support all claims for Research and Development (R&D) tax relief or expenditure credit has been pushed back by seven days. Originally set for the 1 August 2023, the new changes will now come into force […]
Rates of addiction across the UK have risen sharply over the past year. According to a recent survey commissioned by addiction charity The Forward Trust, 1 in 3 adults had relapsed into addiction during 2022 or knew someone close to them who had. The NHS, meanwhile, has reported that demand for its addiction clinics is […]
All directors have responsibilities under the Companies Act 2006, but many lose sight of what is required when they’re in the thick of running a business. Worse still some don’t even realise what is expected of them, Charlotte Mills, a director and head of the corporate and commercial team at Jackson Lees examines. A company director […]
It’s possible that the UK economy is about to go into freefall. Inflation remains persistently high, and growth remains sluggishly low. In this article, we look at four ways to buck the trend from leveraging thought leadership PR to buying a competitor. These four tips will ensure that you continue to grow in a down […]
The daily barrage of comments in the news about TV presenter Phillip Schofield admitting to having an extramarital affair shows no sign of abating. MPs even summoned the bosses of ITV to appear before a committee to give answers. While ITV declared it had investigated rumours of the relationship between Schofield and a much younger […]
As AI continues to advance, SMEs in the UK are increasingly seeking ways to harness its power to drive business growth and remain competitive in today’s fast-paced market. Here, we will explore the numerous benefits of AI for SMEs and how they can leverage advanced digital technologies to achieve operational excellence, improve customer engagement, and […]
With the phenomenon of ‘quiet quitting’ on the rise and the ability to attract and retain talent being key challenges for employers, it has never been more important for organisations to stand out in how they attract and motivate their staff to be loyal and enthusiastic. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on […]