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Tis the Season to Celebrate (Responsibly) – Festive Fun Without the Faux Pas
This blog post explores how to strike the perfect balance between festive fun and legal responsibilities. From managing potential risks to fostering an inclusive and safe environment, we’ll share practical tips to help employers approach the season with confidence. Ensure your Christmas party is a celebration to remember for all the right reasons – not …
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Post-Budget Succession Planning: Implications for Business
Business succession planning has always been a central consideration for owners, especially in family-owned and founder-led enterprises. From inception, many business owners envision a time when they’ll step back or hand over control, with a clear transition pathway often part of the initial strategy. This may involve passing the reins to family members, selling to …
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Britain’s Big Green Gamble: Can We Really Become a Clean Energy Superpower?
Labour’s plan to make Britain a clean energy superpower represents their ambitious vision to tackle the climate crisis while simultaneously boosting the economy—an undertaking that could prove as tricky as juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. And as we know from the efforts of governments past, grand plans alone do not guarantee success. In …
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Hand Back Power to Communities: A New Era of Local Leadership
In this fourth article in our series on the King’s Speech, we examine the government’s “Hand Back Power to Communities” agenda, which is set to reshape the way decisions are made at a local level. By decentralising authority from Westminster, this initiative aims to empower local leaders with the tools they need to drive regional …
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Make Work Pay: Key Initiatives to Secure Fair Wages in the UK
In this third article in our series on the King’s Speech, we focus on the Make Work Pay agenda, aimed at tackling wage stagnation and ensuring that work provides financial security for all people in the UK. With several key initiatives planned, this policy seeks to create a fairer economy where workers are rewarded for …
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Unlocking Growth: The Business Impact of ‘Get Britain Building’
In this second article in our series on the King’s Speech, we focus on the “Get Britain building” initiative, a key component of the government’s broader strategy for sustained economic growth and development. However, given that Keir Starmer’s government has already stepped back from several key commitments, it’s understandable if some scepticism lingers about whether …
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Securing Economic Growth in the UK: An Overview of the New Legislative Agenda
In the recent King’s Speech, the UK government outlined a strong legislative agenda aimed at securing economic growth and addressing the lingering challenges from the cost of living crisis. For businesses across the UK, understanding these new bills is crucial as they hold significant implications for the economy and the business environment. Let’s look at …
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2024 Update: New Employer Duties to Prevent Workplace Harassment
Starting in October 2024, UK workplaces will face new rules designed to clamp down on sexual harassment. Here’s a simple breakdown of what this means and some practical advice for businesses on how to adapt: What the New Rules Mean New Responsibilities for Employers: All UK employers will have to actively prevent sexual harassment at …
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