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UK economy recovery slows in August
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UK economy recovery slows in August

  • 27/11/2023
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Britain’s economy partially recovered in August, with a marginal growth of 0.2% following a sharp fall in July. This slow growth has fuelled expectations that the Bank of England’s (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee will vote to maintain its base interest…

AUTUMN STATEMENT 2023
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AUTUMN STATEMENT 2023

  • 23/11/2023
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INTRODUCTION Against the backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis, a near-stagnant economy and a looming election, the 2023 Autumn Statement was seen to reflect a pivotal moment in the UK’s economic trajectory. As Jeremy Hunt stepped up to the dispatch box…

Industry backlash at HS2 U-turn
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Industry backlash at HS2 U-turn

  • 23/11/2023
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Leading business organisations have criticised the Government’s decision to scrap the northern leg of HS2, despite its promises to divert £36 billion into new transport in the Midlands and north of England. High-Speed Rail Group, which represents rail and engineering…

Accounting tech for businesses

Accounting tech for businesses

  • 21/11/2023
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How will technology impact your business’s financial future? Constant developments in technologies like AI and cloud accounting are changing the way we do business and manage our finances. It’s a rapidly advancing field that has already changed the way most…

World Mental Health Day 2023

World Mental Health Day 2023

  • 11/10/2023
  • by Jessyka Tillbrook
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World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10th every year, serves as a global platform to raise awareness and advocate for mental health issues. It is a day to encourage open conversations, reduce stigma, and promote mental well-being. World Mental…

Choosing your accounting software

Choosing your accounting software

  • 10/08/2023
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How to find the best option for your business. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, having the right tools and systems in place is crucial for success. However, one tool that sometimes goes overlooked is accounting software, which can…

New pension reforms explained
Jeremy Hunt, W Midlands, 2 July 2010

New pension reforms explained

  • 09/08/2023
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Hunt says changes will unlock £75bn of investment. On the evening of Monday 10 July 2023, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered a speech at Mansion House in the City of London framed around “looking further ahead”, rather than just dealing with…