UK growth forecast upgraded after Reeves’s £70bn spending boost
The OECD has significantly upgraded its growth forecast for the UK, crediting Rachel Reeves’s £70 billion-a-year public spending package. The UK economy is now expected to grow by 0.9% in 2024 and 1.7% in 2025, up from May forecasts of 0.4%
Business lobby groups criticised for failing to block national insurance hike
Britain’s top business lobby groups, collectively known as the “B5,” have faced criticism for failing to prevent a significant rise in employer national insurance contributions, announced in Rachel Reeves’ October budget. The £25 billion increase has drawn widespread backlash from businesses,
Finding Purpose: Reflecting on What Drives You as the New Year Approaches
As we prepare to step into a new year, it’s important to pause and reflect on where we are in our personal and professional lives. Are you working to make a difference? Are you driven to make a difference? Or are
How fintech financing is plugging the £2.5 billion funding gap for small businesses in the UK
Today, around 99% of all businesses in the UK are classed as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), employing around 61% of the private sector workforce.Yet, despite their critical role in the UK economy, many SMEs are struggling. A recent study found
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers: The Ultimate Solution for Efficient Bulk Material Handling
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), commonly known as fibc big bags, have become indispensable in various industries for the efficient handling, storage, and transportation of bulk materials. Their versatility and cost-effectiveness make them a preferred choice across sectors such as agriculture,