In a move set to captivate audiences across the nation, Lord Alan Sugar’s remarkable journey from modest beginnings to becoming one of the UK’s most prominent business figures is being adapted into a television drama series. The entrepreneur, famed for his role as the formidable host of The Apprentice, has secured a writer to bring his life story to the ...
‘Tis the season and everyone in the office is looking forward to joining their colleagues and clients for lots of festive fun at the annual company Christmas party…or are they? For some, the boozy office party is as synonymous with December as Fair Isle jumpers and Brussel sprouts, but things are changing…for a variety of reasons. Let’s take a whizz ...
There are many aspects to consider before you decide to close your limited company. Some of these might sound obvious, while others can be overlooked in the potentially confusing process, and easy-to-miss if you’re unfamiliar with liquidation. This can be especially true if your company is insolvent and under pressure from its creditors. Here are some scenarios where you may ...
In 2005, I dropped out of school. At that time, I had no insecurities about dropping out of school. I thought that as long as I worked hard, I would soon find a good job and realize my ideals and pursuits. However, reality slapped me in the face. Because of my low education and poor skills, I could only do ...
House prices across the UK are higher than they were a year ago in every region and are forecasted to continue rising in 2025, despite potential dampening effects from recent budget changes. According to property search website Zoopla, average house prices have increased by 1.5 per cent over the past 12 months. A pronounced north-south divide has emerged, with prices ...
A construction industry awards event has sparked a sexism row after featuring female performers in skin-tight, builder-themed outfits, leading to widespread criticism and calls for change within the sector. On The Tools, an online community for builders, faced backlash when photos emerged from its recent awards ceremony showing women in tight-fitting costumes modeled on personal protective equipment (PPE) and performing ...
Luke Johnson, the chairman of Gail’s bakery chain and a prominent entrepreneur, has warned that some of his businesses “might not survive” under Labour’s proposed workers’ rights reforms. Speaking to the Employment Rights Bill committee, Johnson expressed concerns over the additional costs and complexities that the legislation could impose on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). “In some cases, some of ...
George Osborne has bolstered his personal fortune since leaving politics, as he joins a trio of investment bankers sharing a £30 million pot after record profits at Robey Warshaw, the influential City advisory firm where he works. Accounts for the Mayfair-based firm reveal that profits soared to £70 million in the 12 months ending March, a significant increase from £31.8 ...
Donald Trump’s re-election as President of the United States could lead to a significant shift in Chinese investment, with a potential $33 billion “up for grabs” for the UK, according to leading UK-based venture capital firm Fuel Ventures. The firm believes that the changing dynamics in US leadership will encourage Chinese investors to look beyond the American market. Based on ...
For the small business owner who is in need of reliable transport, and at the same time, wants to manage their finances, expanding a vehicle fleet can be a daunting task. Fortunately, options like Hire Purchase financing with CarMoney are a sensible and strategic solution for these problems. This is a good way for businesses to grow using structured payment ...