As businesses worldwide grapple with the rapid rise of AI, a new study suggests that UK businesses are best at bringing technological expertise into their leadership roles. The growing portion of women in the c-suite and boardroom is supercharging the process, according to Accenture. Emma Kendrew, Accenture’s technology lead in the UK, commented, “Britain’s most...
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Billingtons ‘beyond honoured’ to be recognised as top small business
Billingtons is a lively hub of activity, regularly staging events from soul nights to Northern soul dance workshops in its historic building on Ascroft Street. The ballroom came to life in 1934 under Albert and Nora Billington as the pair took on what was formerly Turner’s dance school. Get the latest news delivered straight to...
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Evesham accountancy firm named in UK top 100 list
The Accountancy Office, founded by Sarah Sallis in 2009, has been recognised by the Small Business Saturday UK campaign as one of the nation’s 100 most impressive small businesses. The campaign, running for over a decade in the UK, annually celebrates small businesses and encourages consumers to “shop local”. The lead-up to Small Business Saturday...
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EY compiles women-dominated shortlist for top UK post
EY, the big four auditor, has assembled a female-dominated shortlist to become the firm’s new UK and Ireland managing partner, paving the way for it to elect a woman to its top British executive position for the first time. Sky News has learnt that EY partners were briefed on Tuesday that one of Anna Anthony,...
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Tories contributed to financial uncertainty – top civil servant
Britain’s most senior civil servant has said the previous Conservative government’s failure to hold a spending review in its final years in office has contributed to uncertainty over the public finances. Cabinet secretary Simon Case made the claim in a leaked letter as he denied allegations by the Conservatives that the new government’s claims to...
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Top earners and entrepreneurs already fleeing Britain over tax raids
These more attractive territories include Spain, where under “Beckham’s Law”, named after the famous footballer, gains on non-Spanish assets are not taxed. Ireland also has its own non-dom regime allowing foreign gains and income to grow tax-free. Sir Martin Sorrell, the chairman of S4 Capital and founder of advertising giant WPP, warned that with “increased...
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Family skincare business named among top 100 small businesses in UK
A skincare business has been named as one of the nation’s top 100 most impressive small firms in the UK. Neve’s Bees in Eynsham has been selected as part of this year’s SmallBiz100 line-up by the Small Business Saturday UK campaign as part of the countdown to Small Business Saturday on December 7. The family business...
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Fish and chips UK takeaway with biggest price rise
Getty Images Fish and chips is a British family favourite equally enjoyed around the table on a Friday night or out of the paper on an often overcast beach. But the deep fried delicacy has seen the biggest price increase of some of the UK’s most popular takeaways, according to new figures. The average price...
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UK’s Top Software Development Companies for Digital Innovation
The best software development companies in UK have a high rating as they build bespoke software solutions for businesses. As per Statista, the software market is projected to reach a whopping USD 659 billion in 2023 and is predicted to increase to USD 858.10 billion by 2028 with a CAGR of 5.42%. This is the...
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HSBC aims to duplicate its British wealth business, plans to reach among top five in UK banking – Times of India
HSBC’s head of wealth and personal banking, Jose Carvalho said that the bank is eyeing one of the top five positions in the United Kingdom supported by its global presence to attract customers in more than one market or who are from overseas. “International connectivity is our competitive advantage and is driving growth.” news agency...
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Sussex’s top businesses exceed £10 billion in turnover
Sussex’s business community is thriving, according to a new report. Grant Thornton suggests that the county’s top businesses achieved £10.98 billion in turnover in 2023 – and enjoyed notable revenue growth despite the UK facing broader headwinds. Grant Thornton, Sussex Limited Report 2024 An analysis of the Sussex economy and its top 40 firms has...
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Angela Rayner is warned her workers’ rights plan could harm UK jobs and growth after holding talks with top bosses of business groups and trade unions
By Emily Hawkins City Reporter Published: 03:17 BST, 15 August 2024 | Updated: 03:40 BST, 15 August 2024 Business leaders have warned Angela Rayner her workers’ rights plan could harm jobs and growth. The deputy Prime Minister and business secretary Jonathan Reynolds held talks with the top bosses of business groups and trade unions yesterday....