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Tory wipeout in Euro election could get us better deal from Brussels, says Liam Fox

The results of the European Parliament elections may shock Brussels into giving the UK a better Brexit deal, Liam Fox claimed today as he sought to put the best gloss on what was set to be a disastrous night for the Tories.

Cobra Beer founder Lord Bilimoria has CBI presidency in his sights

Lord Karan Bilimoria has announced that he will stand for election as the new CBI Vice-President at its AGM on 18 June 2019.

Goldman Sachs raises probability of no deal Brexit after Theresa May resigns

US investment bank Goldman Sachs has ramped up its probability of a no-deal Brexit as leading Conservatives put themselves forward to replace Theresa May as Prime Minister.

10 tips for small businesses on selecting the right accountant

People who own small businesses usually rely heavily on their accountants for advice.

Digital marketing tips for your small business

When you’re running a small business, whether it’s a brick-and-mortar store or an ecommerce shop, you need to work hard on your digital marketing strategies.

Jeremy Corbyn calls for an ‘immediate general election’

The Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for an “immediate general election” following Theresa May’s resignation.

Nicola Sturgeon concerned of ‘hardline Brexiteer’ in No 10

Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said it is “deeply concerning” a hardline Brexiteer” could become the next prime minister, which could threaten a no-deal Brexit.

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Tory wipeout in Euro election could get us better deal from Brussels, says Liam Fox
Cobra Beer founder Lord Bilimoria has CBI presidency in his sights
Goldman Sachs raises probability of no deal Brexit after Theresa May resigns
10 tips for small businesses on selecting the right accountant
Digital marketing tips for your small business
Jeremy Corbyn calls for an ‘immediate general election’
Nicola Sturgeon concerned of ‘hardline Brexiteer’ in No 10

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Tory wipeout in Euro election could get us better deal from Brussels, says Liam Fox

Cobra Beer founder Lord Bilimoria has CBI presidency in his sights

Lord Karan Bilimoria has announced that he will stand for election as the new CBI Vice-President at its AGM on 18 June 2019.

Goldman Sachs raises probability of no deal Brexit after Theresa May resigns

US investment bank Goldman Sachs has ramped up its probability of a no-deal Brexit as leading Conservatives put themselves forward to replace Theresa May as Prime Minister.

Jeremy Corbyn calls for an ‘immediate general election’

The Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for an “immediate general election” following Theresa May’s resignation.

Nicola Sturgeon concerned of ‘hardline Brexiteer’ in No 10

Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said it is “deeply concerning” a hardline Brexiteer” could become the next prime minister, which could threaten a no-deal Brexit.

High street stores step up the rate of job losses

Jobs are being lost in the retail sector at the fastest pace since the financial crisis and business investment intentions are at record lows, the CBI has warned.

Stagecoach embarks on another legal fight over block over franchise bid

Stagecoach has started its second legal action against the Department for Transport in less than a month after the bus, coach and train operator was shut out of bidding for key rail franchises in a row over staff pensions.

Vodafone to introduce new super-highway 5G network

Vodafone the mobile phone giant has revealed they are to introduce 5G in seven cities in July and will be the first ever network to launch 5G roaming overseas.

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10 tips for small businesses on selecting the right accountant

People who own small businesses usually rely heavily on their accountants for advice.

How to be an entrepreneur online
Getting your (virtual) foot in the door: How to join the promising field of virtual reality
Why business research helps shape your small business sales
Debtor Protection – what SMEs need to know
Discovering talent during the skills shortage
What’s your excuse for not investing in business continuity?

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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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The 8 most common mistakes you cannot make on Instagram

Why content matters in marketing

The how & what of guest blogging

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FTSE 100 outperforms European counterparts as oil and tobacco stocks gain

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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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Regulating Artificial Intelligence: What the OECD’s new guidelines mean for UK businesses

This week the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) formally adopted its Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) – the first intergovernmental standard on this area.

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.

Tory wipeout in Euro election could get us better deal from Brussels, says Liam Fox

Cobra Beer founder Lord Bilimoria has CBI presidency in his sights

Goldman Sachs raises probability of no deal Brexit after Theresa May resigns

Jeremy Corbyn calls for an ‘immediate general election’

Nicola Sturgeon concerned of ‘hardline Brexiteer’ in No 10

High street stores step up the rate of job losses

Stagecoach embarks on another legal fight over block over franchise bid

Vodafone to introduce new super-highway 5G network

On-demand removals marketplace secures £2.5 million investment

Investing in startups: Why it’s a brilliant move

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

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

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

How to get small business funding with bad credit

Motive Offshore Group agrees multi-million investment

Investment in Northern tech reaches ten-year high

Savvy navvy Crowdfunding campaign closes weeks ahead of schedule

Regulating Artificial Intelligence: What the OECD’s new guidelines mean for UK businesses

Commercial property leasing tips

Parental bereavement leave to be introduced in April 2020

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

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

What can employers do to avoid sexual harassment claims?

How would HR deal with Alan Partridge?

How do I get legal advice without upfront legal costs?

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