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Some women earn 35% less than male colleagues: The gender pay gap in 2019

Women could be earning up to £12,319 less per year than their male colleagues within the same age and job group – up £370 from last year’s figures

Hangover days and nap rooms: ten of the most unique UK office perks revealed

More than 70% of employees say benefits other than salary would be a key consideration for a future job, and 60% say they would take a job with a lower salary for better benefits.

New survey reveals 41% of Brits lack confidence to start their own business

New research has revealed how many people would like to set up their own business, but lack the confidence to do so.

1.6 million UK businesses ‘virtually invisible to the financial system’

More than 1.6 million UK businesses can struggle to access growth funding or trade credit because there is insufficient information available about their financial track record, according to analysis from Experian.

Over 80% of self-employed are not claiming a simple tax allowance

With less than 60 days to go for submitting a self assessment tax return, many self-employed people in the UK are not taking advantage of an allowance that could help them pay less tax.

Nominations welcomed for the 2020 Bold Woman award by Veuve Clicquot

The call for public nominations has officially opened for this year’s prestigious awards, celebrating incredible British female entrepreneurs.

Lawrence Stroll set to build significant stake in Aston Martin

Lawrence Stroll, the billionaire owner of the Racing Point Formula One motor racing team, is said to be preparing to bid for a significant stake in Aston Martin Lagonda.

Some women earn 35% less than male colleagues: The gender pay gap in 2019
Hangover days and nap rooms: ten of the most unique UK office perks revealed
New survey reveals 41% of Brits lack confidence to start their own business
1.6 million UK businesses ‘virtually invisible to the financial system’
Over 80% of self-employed are not claiming a simple tax allowance
Nominations welcomed for the 2020 Bold Woman award by Veuve Clicquot
Lawrence Stroll set to build significant stake in Aston Martin

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Some women earn 35% less than male colleagues: The gender pay gap in 2019

Women could be earning up to £12,319 less per year than their male colleagues within the same age and job group – up £370 from last year’s figures

New survey reveals 41% of Brits lack confidence to start their own business

New research has revealed how many people would like to set up their own business, but lack the confidence to do so.

Nominations welcomed for the 2020 Bold Woman award by Veuve Clicquot

The call for public nominations has officially opened for this year’s prestigious awards, celebrating incredible British female entrepreneurs.

Lawrence Stroll set to build significant stake in Aston Martin

Lawrence Stroll, the billionaire owner of the Racing Point Formula One motor racing team, is said to be preparing to bid for a significant stake in Aston Martin Lagonda.

Peloton investors ride off after ‘sexist’ advert

Investors knocked a further $400 million off the value of Peloton yesterday amid a social media backlash over an apparently sexist advertisement.

Everywoman announces year-long partnership with Facebook

Everywoman, the global platform for advancing women in business, has announced a year-long partnership with Facebook.

NatWest opens doors to UK’s entrepreneur community

NatWest has today announced it is opening its doors to new applications to join its in-house Entrepreneur Accelerator programme, offering a fully funded support programme for UK scale-ups and high growth businesses looking to scale and succeed.

Clinton Cards jobs saved in second pre-pack administration deal

About 2,500 jobs have been secured at Clintons after the greetings card chain was sold back to its existing owners via a pre-pack administration.

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Hangover days and nap rooms: ten of the most unique UK office perks revealed

More than 70% of employees say benefits other than salary would be a key consideration for a future job, and 60% say they would take a job with a lower salary for better benefits.

1.6 million UK businesses ‘virtually invisible to the financial system’
Over 80% of self-employed are not claiming a simple tax allowance
Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2019- What did we learn?
HR festive headaches – and how to avoid them
Ways to future proof your small business
Turning your hobby into a side hustle

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Getting To Know You: Jamal Hassim, Founder and CEO, BOLT.Global

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Jaguar Land Rover’s venture capital arm InMotion Ventures announces Apex.AI investment

Jaguar Land Rover’s venture capital arm InMotion Ventures announces its investment in Apex.AI.

Gameplan raises £500,000 to offer end-to-end solution for workforce & supplier management

London-based start-up Gameplan has announced today that it has raised £500,000 to continue to develop its Integrated Workforce Management software platform.

Osome raises $3m in funding to expand in UK & Hong Kong

Osome, a Singapore-based Fintech-as-a-service for entrepreneurs, has announced today a $3 million financing led by Target Global, with participation from Phystech Venture and AdFirst.

iBanFirst acquires leading foreign exchange fintech as part of international expansion

iBanFirst, global financial services provider delivering solutions across banking borders, today announced the acquisition of NBWM, first foreign exchange start-up in the Netherlands with more than 1,000 clients.

Starling Bank raises £30m to fund expansion as it approaches millionth account

Starling Bank, the leading UK digital bank, has raised £30m in a new funding round.

Smith & Williamson staff share £200m pay day after sale to Tilney

Staff at wealth manager Smith & Williamson will share more than £200 million after it was bought by larger rival Tilney for £625 million.

Appyparking closes £7.6M funding round

AppyParking, the kerbside management and mobility technology firm that is transforming parking for motorists and empowering local authorities and car park operators to better manage their assets, announced that the company has just closed a £7.6 million Series A round.