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CBI President urges MPs to listen to businesses in constituencies over Brexit

John Allan, CBI President, will urge politicians to speak to firms in their constituencies about the impact of Brexit following the publication of the draft Withdrawal Agreement in his speech at the CBI’s Annual Conference.

DWP dismissing ‘unacceptable hardship’ caused by Universal Credit, says watchdog

The Public Accounts Committee found the benefit is causing difficulties for the people it is meant to help.

Regulator proposes previously rejected PPI complaints be revisited

The Financial Conduct Authority is proposing rules requiring firms to write to around 150,000 consumers who had previously had complaints rejected.

TSB appoints new chief executive following IT meltdown

Debbie Crosbie has been appointed chief executive of TSB as the crisis-hit bank looks to move on from an IT meltdown which caused chaos for thousands of customers.

Energy firms losing battle to hit 2020 smart meter target, Which? warns

Large suppliers would need to install 30 meters per minute, every day, for the next two years to meet the 2020 deadline.

Average price tag on a home ‘has fallen by over £5,000 since October’

The average price tag on a home is £302,023 as sellers’ price more realistically in the run-up to Christmas, Rightmove has said.

Ban on credit card fees has boosted transactions, says Mastercard

Mastercard vice-chairman Anne Cairns has said the EU’s ban on credit card surcharging has boosted transactions and dismissed fears over a return of the £166 million-a-year fees after Brexit.

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CBI President urges MPs to listen to businesses in constituencies over Brexit
DWP dismissing ‘unacceptable hardship’ caused by Universal Credit, says watchdog
Regulator proposes previously rejected PPI complaints be revisited
TSB appoints new chief executive following IT meltdown
Energy firms losing battle to hit 2020 smart meter target, Which? warns
Average price tag on a home ‘has fallen by over £5,000 since October’
Ban on credit card fees has boosted transactions, says Mastercard

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CBI President urges MPs to listen to businesses in constituencies over Brexit

DWP dismissing ‘unacceptable hardship’ caused by Universal Credit, says watchdog

The Public Accounts Committee found the benefit is causing difficulties for the people it is meant to help.

Regulator proposes previously rejected PPI complaints be revisited

The Financial Conduct Authority is proposing rules requiring firms to write to around 150,000 consumers who had previously had complaints rejected.

TSB appoints new chief executive following IT meltdown

Debbie Crosbie has been appointed chief executive of TSB as the crisis-hit bank looks to move on from an IT meltdown which caused chaos for thousands of customers.

Energy firms losing battle to hit 2020 smart meter target, Which? warns

Large suppliers would need to install 30 meters per minute, every day, for the next two years to meet the 2020 deadline.

Average price tag on a home ‘has fallen by over £5,000 since October’

The average price tag on a home is £302,023 as sellers’ price more realistically in the run-up to Christmas, Rightmove has said.

Ban on credit card fees has boosted transactions, says Mastercard

Mastercard vice-chairman Anne Cairns has said the EU’s ban on credit card surcharging has boosted transactions and dismissed fears over a return of the £166 million-a-year fees after Brexit.

Volkswagen embarks on $50bn plan to be global electric car giant

Volkswagen has said it will become the most profitable manufacturer of electric cars under new plan to mass produce battery-powered vehicles

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Three quarters of entrepreneurs stay on after selling business

Entrepreneurs don’t want to leave their own businesses even after they’ve sold them, new research has found.

How do will translation companies work after Brexit?
Furniture retailer MADE.COM launches new online tool for space-limited properties
How to help employees through traumatic events
Factors you need to know about occupational health system
What is the difference between liquidation and insolvency?
Starting your new business the right way

Profiled…

Getting to Know You: Caroline Connaughton & Victoria Clarke, founders, The Job Show

Earlier this year, The Job Show was shortlisted for The Positive Social Impact Award.

Getting to Know You: Daniel Platts, Director, BDI Resourcing

Earlier this year, BDI Resourcing was shortlisted for The Lloyds Bank New Business of the Year. In the run up to the Awards Ceremony on 13th November at The Grosvenor House Hotel, we caught up with Daniel Platts, Director of BDI Resourcing.

Marketing & Social Media

How your small business could benefit from an SEO campaign

Email marketing: How to apply without going bankrupt in the attempt

How to improve your website conversion rates

Opinion

No Brexit deal is the best the UK economy can hope for

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What businesses really need to know about their digital assets
Why CEO’s under 30 are better at business
Banking sector still ‘tough’ for challengers after 2008 crisis – Starling boss
Napoleon called us a nation of shopkeepers, but Chancellor Philip Hammond isn’t going far enough to defend this

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5 Fintech trends that will revolutionise business 2

Fluidly raises £5m in funding round

Fluidly, a London-based fintech startup delivering intelligent cashflow management for SMEs, has completed a £5M ($6.5M) Series A funding round.

Channel 4 takes part in £8.5m investment in Crowdcube to fuel further global expansion

Draper Esprit has taken a £6 million stake in Crowdcube to accelerate growth and continue its drive towards profitability in 2019.

Irish SMEs to access €40 million investment fund

Irish SMEs looking to secure investment have received a boost with the doubling of a fund that co-invests with so-called “business angels” to €40 million.

Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion fund invests in worlds most advanced electric bike

InMotion Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover’s venture capital fund, has announced its investment in the world’s first fully-electric motorcycle

Fluentify raises £1.5m to expand into the French market

Fluentify, an online language tutoring platform that enables learners to perfect their spoken English, has raised £1.5m to develop its product and expand its offering into the French market.

UK’s first halal online investment platform raises £6m to fuel global expansion

Wahed Invest the UK’s first halal online investment platform, has raised an additional £6m this year from existing investors to expand the reach of its global savings solution.

Futrli secures £4m to revolutionise how small businesses make decisions

Futrli has announced £4m Series A funding raise from leading venture capital firms e.ventures, Notion Capital and firstminute Capital

Adventure challenge company, IGO Adventures, launches crowdfunding to increase share in weekend adventure market

Adventure challenge company, IGO Adventures, launches crowdfunding to increase share in the weekend adventure market

Menswear styling tech startup Thread raises $22m

Fast fashion startup Thread will today close its series B funding round at $22m (£16.7m).

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Legal

How your business can avoid getting the sack from its gig economy workers

The ‘gig economy’ workforce is not only a great resource for businesses, but is an increasingly popular option for many.

The importance of maintaining cyber security in your business

As October marks Cyber Security Month, there’s no better time for small businesses to take a look at their handling of company data.

How to keep your business intact when divorce strikes

Matrimonial Consultant and Family Lawyer Sheela Mackintosh-Stewart shares her advice on how to aid business survival in the event of a marriage breakdown.

Business law — 5 awareness areas for SMEs

SMEs aren’t exempt from complying with a host of legal requirements — but a lack of resources and expertise means they might not be as cognizant as larger counterparts.

Louboutin wins trademark legal battle over red soles

Europe’s highest court has backed Christian Louboutin in its battle to protect its distinctive red soles.

The ICO debate

Breakthroughs are constantly open to criticism. Whether it’s a technological marvel or a new government policy, each new idea is put to the test and judged by the masses, and the authorities.

Guide to public liability insurance

Public liability insurance is one of the most important forms of business cover, but how does it apply to your business?

How should I ask my partner to sign a cohabitation agreement?

The wisdom of couples putting cohabitation agreements in place before they move in together is obvious.

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Made in Britain

Made In Britain: Bertie Stephens, Flubit.com

Priding himself on being unconventional and doing things the ‘wrong way round’, Bertie Stephens and Flubit.com are on their to becoming one of the UK’s largest online marketplaces.

Made in Britain: The Haven Arms Pub

We talk to John Campbell, Landlord of the Haven Arms Pub in London to find out how the Governments Do More Online Campaign helped this local business.

Made in Britain: Moat House

Sam Clarke, Director of Moat House, tells us how the business was built from a fallen branch in to the eco friendly and exciting business it is today.

Made In Britain: Scarlett & Mustard

We talk to Sandy Ruddock, co-founder & MD Scarlett & Mustard to find out how the business has grown from a table outside their house to being stocked by major retailers.

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