Government’s North Sea consultation must create real jobs, says Unite
Sharon Graham said: “Unite has been calling for the government to produce a concrete plan with real jobs for the transition of North Sea workers since it was elected."
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.
£230m DHL investment in Coventry to create hundreds of local jobs
On 27th February, Business Minister Justin Madders formally opened the new hub.
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.
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.
BBPA calls for urgent Government action as nearly 300 pubs close down in 2024
The industry body reported there were 289 closures in the past year, which equated to more than 4,500 job losses alone.
National Wealth Fund makes first investment in Scotland as part of Government’s Plan for Change
The NWF is committing £43.5m in direct equity for Pulpex, which is to build its first commercial-scale manufacturing facility near Glasgow.
