Nearly half of SMEs will be negatively impacted by NIC hike, finds Shawbrook
As a result of the NIC hike, a third (33%) of business leaders said they will or already have had to increase the price of the goods or services they are offering.
Government to table amendments to the Employment Rights Bills following consultations
These amendments will deliver on the Plan for Change by tackling the low pay, poor working conditions and poor job security.
Business and Trade Committee inquiry into Employment Rights Bill raises loophole concerns
Concerns centred around zero-hours contracts, employment status, and enforcement in particular.
Government launches new support for SMEs benefitting from defence investment
This investment aims to protect UK citizens from threats at home, but also create a secure and stable environment in which businesses can thrive.
Government and Nuffield Health to support NHS staff getting back to work
Nuffield Health’s Joint Pain Programme will support NHS workers with chronic and long-term joint conditions like arthritis.
£230m DHL investment in Coventry to create hundreds of local jobs
On 27th February, Business Minister Justin Madders formally opened the new hub.
French MPs and unions write to Veolia over Sheffield dispute
They expressed concerns about the situation in Sheffield.
Government skills training scheme expanded to help 100,000 people into work
This will mean surpassing the previous target of 80,000 and offering new opportunities in some of the country’s most deprived communities.
Ministers approve A47 road scheme to support 30,000 new jobs by 2038
Backed by over £200m, this road development will significantly speed up journey times, reduce pressure on the junction and save commuters.
Automatic rent deductions from benefits under review after legal challenge – DWP
Liz Kendall said: “I am determined to right the wrongs that have persisted in the benefits system for too long."
Government unveils policies to boost farmers’ profits, extends Seasonal Worker visa route – DEFRA
At the NFU conference in Westminster, Steve Reed detailed plans to improve the farming sector's profitability and support rural growth.
Women occupy 43% of roles on company boards, FTSE finds
This marks a year-on-year increase and means the target of 40% women’s representation by the end of this year continues to be achieved by FTSE350 businesses.
