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Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

US President Donald Trump has said Huawei could be part of a trade deal between the US and China, despite branding the telecoms firm “very dangerous”.

Sir Philip Green ‘grabbed women’s breasts’ Lords told

Sir Philip Green grabbed women’s breasts and slapped their bottoms, a peer has claimed.

Facebook announces plans to launch ‘GlobalCoin’ currency in 2020

Facebook is finalising plans to launch its own crypto-currency next year.

Why business research helps shape your small business sales

In the world of modern business, it’s easy to get distracted by additional ambitions. Ultimately, though, your primary goal will always revolve around sales revenue.

Getting To Know You: Nick Earle, CEO, Eseye

Nick Earle tells us that hiring the right people and treating them with respect is the best way to grow your business.

May expected to resign within 24 hours after Brexit deal collapses

Tory MPs were told yesterday that the Withdrawal Agreement Bill would be put to a Commons vote on June 7.

Theresa May abandons plan for vote on Brexit bill

Theresa May has abandoned her plans to force MPs to vote on her “new Brexit deal” in the latest sign that she is preparing to quit Downing Street.

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Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal
Sir Philip Green ‘grabbed women’s breasts’ Lords told
Facebook announces plans to launch ‘GlobalCoin’ currency in 2020
Why business research helps shape your small business sales
Getting To Know You: Nick Earle, CEO, Eseye
May expected to resign within 24 hours after Brexit deal collapses
Theresa May abandons plan for vote on Brexit bill

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Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

US President Donald Trump has said Huawei could be part of a trade deal between the US and China, despite branding the telecoms firm “very dangerous”.

Sir Philip Green ‘grabbed women’s breasts’ Lords told

Sir Philip Green grabbed women’s breasts and slapped their bottoms, a peer has claimed.

Facebook announces plans to launch ‘GlobalCoin’ currency in 2020

Facebook is finalising plans to launch its own crypto-currency next year.

May expected to resign within 24 hours after Brexit deal collapses

Tory MPs were told yesterday that the Withdrawal Agreement Bill would be put to a Commons vote on June 7.

Theresa May has been accused of "caving in" to Conservative Brexiteers

Theresa May abandons plan for vote on Brexit bill

Theresa May has abandoned her plans to force MPs to vote on her “new Brexit deal” in the latest sign that she is preparing to quit Downing Street.

New circular technology disrupts fashion space

A fashion / tech business on the Isle of Wight is launching T-shirts made from worn out organic t-shirts and designed to come back to be remade again and again.

Greene King pub forced to apologise after woman with MS told ‘we don’t do disableds’

A popular London pub has been forced to issue an apology after a member of staff told a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) that “we don’t do disableds”.

As May offers vote on second referendum new poll finds 61% now want to remain

New research reveals that 61% of people who confirmed they would vote in a second referendum, and currently have a preference, want the UK to remain in the EU.

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Why business research helps shape your small business sales

In the world of modern business, it’s easy to get distracted by additional ambitions. Ultimately, though, your primary goal will always revolve around sales revenue.

Debtor Protection – what SMEs need to know
Discovering talent during the skills shortage
What’s your excuse for not investing in business continuity?
An essential short guide to business awards
Only one in five businesses in the UK is run by a woman new research reveals
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Getting To Know You: Nick Earle, CEO, Eseye

Nick Earle tells us that hiring the right people and treating them with respect is the best way to grow your business.

Getting to know you Gergo Csiszar, CEO & Co-Founder, PostForRent

Gergo Csiszar joins us to tell Business Matters what is inspiration for starting PostForRent was and what, if he could, do differently.

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Sterling rallies on hope UK can avoid no-deal Brexit
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On-demand removals marketplace secures £2.5 million investment

An on-demand removals marketplace that allows both consumers and businesses to move items using its UK wide network of drivers has received backing from leading London-based VC fund, Fuel Ventures.

Investing in startups: Why it’s a brilliant move

Most of the time, the term ‘investment’ is subjected to the limited perception that it stands for merely putting money into a venture with the expectation of financial returns.

Formula E World Champion Jean-Éric Vergne invests in lifestyle platform Velocity Black

Following a superb victory at last weekend’s Monaco ePrix, Jean-Éric Vergne the reigning ABB FIA Formula E Champion, invests in Velocity, one of the world’s fastest growing venture-backed technology companies.

One in four UK tech companies have lost out on investment as a result of Brexit

23 per cent of London’s tech companies have experienced investors deferring investment decisions as a direct result of Brexit, according to new research released today by Tech London Advocates.

Ex Co-op executives invest close to £500K in death tech start up Guardian Angel

Guardian Angel, a free and private online platform that simplifies the bereavement process; connecting families, friends and funeral directors together, has closed its pre-seed round, raising £492,000 after investment from former Co-op executives.

How to get small business funding with bad credit

In terms of financing, your credit score is very important. Having a high credit score means you find it easier to acquire credit from various funding sources, while a low score means you won’t be able to get funding from any of them.

Motive Offshore Group agrees multi-million investment

A North east equipment specialist has secured a multi-million private investment as it strives towards its ambitious growth strategy to become a£30million EBITDA business in the next five years.

Investment in Northern tech reaches ten-year high

Investment in Northern tech companies has reached a ten-year high, as investors worldwide target the region’s fast-growing digital sector.

Savvy navvy Crowdfunding campaign closes weeks ahead of schedule

Just over a week ago Google software engineer Jelte Liebrand and his team at savvy navvy launched their Crowdfunding campaign on Seedrs.

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Commercial property leasing tips

When we talk about commercial property, we’re sometimes talking about a commercial lease. So either its creation or its transfer from one party to another.

Parental bereavement leave to be introduced in April 2020

Parents and primary carers who suffer the loss of a child will be entitled to at least two weeks’ paid parental bereavement leave from April 2020, the government has confirmed.

Majority of UK business still not budgeting for post-Brexit immigration

Despite a possible exit date looming, the majority of UK businesses are unprepared for recruiting talent in a post-Brexit world, new research reveals.

Are your HR policies strong enough to withstand a potential lawsuit?

Lawsuits – even those with unsubstantiated claims – are a risk to every business. The problem for you as a business owner is that lawsuits are time-consuming and expensive to fight.

What can employers do to avoid sexual harassment claims?

In light of high profile cases of harassment in the workplace involving Ted Baker chief Ray Kelvin and Topshop owner Sir Philip Green, Emma Bullen from MHR provides practical advice on how employers can protect themselves from sexual harassment claims.