The UK has named veteran diplomat Christian Turner as its new ambassador to the United States, replacing Lord Peter Mandelson, Downing Street has confirmed. Turner, a career Foreign Office official with nearly three decades of experience across Whitehall and overseas postings, will take up one of Britain’s most senior diplomatic roles at a pivotal moment in the transatlantic relationship. His ...
TikTok has taken a decisive step towards securing its future in the United States after its Chinese owner, ByteDance, signed binding agreements with a group of US and international investors to operate the app’s American business. In a memo to staff on Thursday, TikTok’s chief executive, Shou Zi Chew, confirmed that the deal will see a new joint venture take ...
Are you running a small business that’s growing? Congratulations. Chances are that you’re dealing with several things at once. Maybe you’re managing your team and chasing invoices, all while trying to find five minutes for lunch. Your plate is full. It’s because of this that you may forget about waste management. You might not realise it, but inefficient waste disposal ...
You’re getting solid results. ROAS looks healthy. You go to increase your daily budget and Facebook refuses to let you go beyond $50. Frustrating? Definitely. Random? Not at all. What you’re running into isn’t a mysterious bug. It’s part of Meta’s risk and pacing system — and once you understand how it works, you can plan around it instead of ...
Artificial intelligence is likely to displace workers from jobs in a way comparable to the Industrial Revolution, the governor of the Bank of England has warned, as concerns grow over the impact of the technology on entry-level employment and younger workers. Andrew Bailey said the rapid adoption of AI across the economy made it essential that the UK invested in ...
Selecting the right security partner represents a critical decision impacting organizational safety, operations, and risk management. With hundreds of providers operating across the UK, understanding what distinguishes professional operations from basic services helps businesses make informed choices about their protection needs. Understanding Modern Security Providers The UK security industry has transformed significantly over recent decades. Today’s reputable security guard service ...
Online gambling continues to gain traction, especially as digital platforms become more accessible. Players aren’t just looking for entertainment; they want platforms that operate transparently, process payments securely, and follow legal standards. Regulation has become central to that experience. Businesses that rely on trust and long-term customer engagement have a lot to gain from understanding how licensed online casinos operate. ...
Expanding into new markets often exposes teams to payroll hurdles that slow growth and create compliance risks. Different countries have unique tax laws, payment systems, and employment rules that make managing payroll across borders complex. An Employer of Record (EOR) helps simplify these challenges so growing teams can stay focused on business goals instead of payroll headaches. As companies scale ...
PPE Medpro, the company linked to Baroness Michelle Mone, has been wound up after a court ruling that makes it unlikely the government will recover most of the £148 million owed over a failed pandemic PPE contract. The Insolvency and Companies Court ordered the company into liquidation on Thursday, just months after it lost a High Court battle with the ...
Mental health in the workplace has become a central concern for Australian businesses, with organisations increasingly recognising that employee wellbeing directly influences productivity, retention, and company culture. While mental health initiatives often focus on counselling services, flexible working arrangements, and stress management programmes, one fundamental element is frequently overlooked: the physical environment in which employees spend their working hours. Here’s ...