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Supermarkets cut petrol & diesel prices by up to 3p per litre

The average cost of petrol at UK filling stations dropped by just over 1p per litre in the past week to £1.29.

Aston Martin shares fall despite upbeat sales guidance

Aston Martin Lagonda has seen shares remain under pressure despite upping its sales outlook in its first set of results as a listed company.

Retail sales growth slows after buoyant summer of spending

Retail sales fell by 0.5% in October compared with the previous month, the Office for National Statistics said.

IMF warns of 8% GDP fall if UK does not agree Brexit deal

The British economy could take a hit of up to 8% if there is no Brexit deal, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned.

SSL encryption in online businesses – The ultimate security measure?

Every online business owner nowadays has to be well aware of the various cyber threats to their company at all times.

Sports Direct announces further House of Fraser closures

Four more House of Fraser stores are set to close after new owners Sports Direct failed to reach an agreement with the landlord.

Tribunal rules Addison Lee drivers are workers, not self-employed

A claim that drivers at taxi giant Addison Lee are workers, not self-employed, has been upheld by the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT), in another “huge win” for workers’ rights.

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Supermarkets cut petrol & diesel prices by up to 3p per litre
Aston Martin shares fall despite upbeat sales guidance
Retail sales growth slows after buoyant summer of spending
IMF warns of 8% GDP fall if UK does not agree Brexit deal
SSL encryption in online businesses – The ultimate security measure?
Sports Direct announces further House of Fraser closures
Tribunal rules Addison Lee drivers are workers, not self-employed

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Supermarkets cut petrol & diesel prices by up to 3p per litre

The average cost of petrol at UK filling stations dropped by just over 1p per litre in the past week to £1.29.

Aston Martin shares fall despite upbeat sales guidance

Aston Martin Lagonda has seen shares remain under pressure despite upping its sales outlook in its first set of results as a listed company.

Retail sales growth slows after buoyant summer of spending

Retail sales fell by 0.5% in October compared with the previous month, the Office for National Statistics said.

IMF warns of 8% GDP fall if UK does not agree Brexit deal

The British economy could take a hit of up to 8% if there is no Brexit deal, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned.

Sports Direct announces further House of Fraser closures

Four more House of Fraser stores are set to close after new owners Sports Direct failed to reach an agreement with the landlord.

Tribunal rules Addison Lee drivers are workers, not self-employed

A claim that drivers at taxi giant Addison Lee are workers, not self-employed, has been upheld by the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT), in another “huge win” for workers’ rights.

Simply Be owner N Brown warns of rising marketing costs amid HMRC dispute

Simply Be owner N Brown has warned that its costs will be higher in the coming years after a “disappointing” ruling in its long-running dispute with the taxman.

Vodafone axes customer service jobs for ‘chatbots’ amid cost cutting aims

New chief executive Nick Read wants to cut European and central operating costs by at least 1.2 billion euros (£1 billion) by 2021.

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Business

How do will translation companies work after Brexit?

Brexit is an abbreviation for the term “British exit,” similar to “Grexit” that was used for many years to refer to the possibility of Greece leaving the Eurozone.

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
Men who want to be company directors are judged on their appearance – but women aren’t

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

What businesses really need to know about their digital assets

Nikki Hesford

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
Will new manslaughter guidelines show red card to directors?

Get Funded

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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