Business news 25 October 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Unemployment climbs to 4.2%. Flash PMI shows decline in business activity. WFH declines as energy costs climb.  And more business news that we thought would interest our members. Unemployment climbs to

Business news 24 October 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Banks fail to pass on £7.5bn in interest each year to SMEs. Britain’s credit rating stable.Full-time office workers back in the majority.  And more business news that we thought would interest

Business news 23 October 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Hunt urged to tackle sickness and later payers. Shoppers tighten belts amid ongoing price rises. SMEs fear winter supply chain disruption.  And more business news that we thought would interest our

Insolvencies predicted to rise 20th October 2023 Allianz Trade predicts in its latest report  that UK business insolvencies in the UK will reach about 30% above pre-pandemic levels by 2025, with almost 30,000 insolvencies predicted for 2024 and 2025. The

Business news 20 October 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Consumer confidence plunges ahead of festive season. A third of consumers will spend less this Christmas. SME recruitment, UK Competitive ranking, OBR admits errors & more business news that we thought