Manufacturing slows 3rd September 2019. UK Manufacturing falls to seven-year low Activity in the UK’s manufacturing sector contracted at the fastest pace for seven years in August, a closely-watched survey has suggested. The uncertainty surrounding Brexit and the global economic

Bank referral scheme helps fewer than 800 firms 2nd September 2019.   The bank referral scheme, an initiative administered by the British Business Bank on behalf of the Treasury and which links small companies turned down for bank finance with

Visitor numbers fall despite weak pound 30th August 2019. For those businesses exposed to the travel and tourism industry, the latest figures that show visitor numbers fall will be of concern. Many would have hoped  that hotels, restaurants, and other

Brexit readiness fund is launched 30th August 2019.   Business Secretary Andrea Leadsom has launched a £10m grant scheme for business organisations and trade associations to support businesses in preparing for Brexit ahead of October 31st.   The fund is open

UK economic sentiment at lowest level for seven years 30th August 2019. Weak services and reduced confidence in the retail sector saw economic sentiment in the UK fall to its lowest level in seven years this month, according to figures