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Bank of England to directly finance UK government’s extra spending

The UK has become the first country to embrace the monetary financing of government to fund the immediate cost of fighting coronavirus, with the Bank of England agreeing to a Treasury demand to directly finance the state’s spending needs on a temporary basis.

Regus accused of profiteering from small businesses during lockdown

IWG, which owns the Regus brand, is facing a backlash from customers who say that the workspace provider’s response to the crisis shows a lack of care and is an attempt to “profit off companies that cannot earn money during the crisis”.

Drivers struggling with car repayments to get break on loan costs

Millions of drivers with car loans could be granted a three-month payment holiday if they are affected by Covid-19, the City watchdog has said.

Thousands apply for fruit picking and veg grower jobs

Record numbers of people in the UK are looking for farming jobs, according to figures released by job search engines.

5 Reasons why you should start investing in stocks in 2020

If you are just beginning to invest and might be confused, whether this is the right time to invest in stocks or not.

Casual free casino games to play on your commute to work

Long working hours are bad enough, as they eat away at our energy, patience and ultimately enthusiasm to enjoy the day.

Things you will only understand if you’re from the UK

The UK is full of unique Brit-isms that only someone who has lived there will know.

Bank of England to directly finance UK government’s extra spending
Regus accused of profiteering from small businesses during lockdown
Drivers struggling with car repayments to get break on loan costs
Thousands apply for fruit picking and veg grower jobs
5 Reasons why you should start investing in stocks in 2020
Casual free casino games to play on your commute to work
Things you will only understand if you’re from the UK

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Bank of England to directly finance UK government’s extra spending

Regus accused of profiteering from small businesses during lockdown

Drivers struggling with car repayments to get break on loan costs

Millions of drivers with car loans could be granted a three-month payment holiday if they are affected by Covid-19, the City watchdog has said.

Thousands apply for fruit picking and veg grower jobs

Record numbers of people in the UK are looking for farming jobs, according to figures released by job search engines.

Government urged to introduce a stamp duty holiday after lockdown

Britain’s surveyors have made a plea to the government to introduce a stamp duty holiday once the lockdown ends, as they warned that house sales and prices could slide for the next 12 months.

Financial regulator adds UK car loans to household support strategy

The financial regulator will add support for car financing to its temporary measures designed to help consumers facing financial difficulties due to the coronavirus crisis.

Chancellor sets out extra £750 million coronavirus funding for frontline charities

Charities across the UK will receive a £750 million package of support to ensure they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus outbreak, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced today.

Jewish Chronicle, World’s oldest Jewish newspaper, closes due to Coronavirus

The United Kingdom’s main Jewish media outlets, the Jewish Chronicle and the Jewish News, are to shut down due to the financial devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Business

Over 35% of fitness instructors may not be covered to run online sessions

An expert is urging personal trainers and fitness instructors to ensure they have the correct insurance in place to cover them in the event of injury to the public during live-streamed classes.

New work methodology ‘unlocks’ secrets of productivity
Premier League chief defends clubs’ ‘restraint’ in furloughing staff as risk of some going bust
Serviced Office tenants miss out on £100m of business rates grant cash
4 ways busy professionals can make their health a priority
What can startups learn from big brands?
How understanding and learning Latin can help your career

Profiled…

Getting to Know You: Martyn Cheney, Founder, Cheney Payroll Services

Martyn Cheney BA (HONS) ChFCIPPdip, Founder at Cheney Payroll Services tells Business Matters his way of doing business.

Getting to Know You: Guy Redwood, SimpleUsability

Guy Redwood, founder and managing director of SimpleUsability tells Business Matters what defines his way of doing business.

Marketing & Social Media

Adapting your PR during the coronavirus pandemic

How to run an effective marketing campaign during a crisis

The relevance of promotional products in marketing

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Westgate Cyber Security secures investment from Berlin-based Next Big Thing AG

Cybersecurity software firm, Westgate, has secured a £500,000 investment from deep-tech venture studio, Next Big Thing AG, to successfully scale into new markets and build out further product functionality.

FinTech innovators Fablious launch alternative finance community

Fablious launches its new online Alternative Finance Community for the UK market. It aims to transform the way users use and discover financial products and alternatives to traditional credit.

Crowdfunding will have generated $12bn by 2023

New data indicates that the global crowdfunding transaction value will grow annually at the rate of 12% between 2020 and 2023.

Bella & Duke secures £3.5M funding to revolutionise UK pets diet

Pet wellness brand Bella & Duke (“B&D”) has raised £3.5 million in its latest funding round.

Facebook Accelerator London celebrates latest graduates

Facebook is today celebrating 11 businesses that have graduated from the third chapter of its successful Facebook Accelerator London programme.

Revolut raises $500m funding as it sets sight on profitability and daily adoption in 2020

Revolut, the global financial platform with over 10 million customers worldwide, has today raised an additional $500 million in Series D funding, taking the total amount raised by the company to $836 million.

Fintech personal finance market to top 2.7trn by 2023

The last decade has seen a surge in the number of fintech startups, using technology to make it easier for people to make payments, invest, or get loans.

Urban Logistics seeks funds as warehouse boom stacks up

Urban Logistics, which owns warehouses, has launched a £100 million fundraising to support new property acquisitions.

Amber energy secures £1million to support strategic growth

Amber energy, the Cardiff-based energy management consultancy and utilitech pioneer, has received a boost to its working capital in the form of a long-term, unsecured loan of £1million.

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Legal

Understanding what to do with pensions whilst furloughing staff

Since the Government published details about its Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, there have been many questions asked about what it means for pensions.

Rogue employees and personal data breaches – when are employers liable?

It’s every employer’s nightmare. An employee with a grudge misuses personal data relating to their employer

Protection of cultural property post Brexit

Tackling the illegal excavation and trafficking of items of cultural property and preventing their sale in the art market has long been recognised by the international community as a key means of protecting the world’s heritage.

Maintaining our privacy during a pandemic: are our privacy laws working?

Information is key to handling any crisis, especially in a health emergency such as the current coronavirus pandemic.

Preparing your business for IR35

Employment law team from Aaron & Partners have produced a list of top tips aimed at helping UK business owners of UK SMEs understand IR35

Coronavirus: Is your business immune?

The outbreak of the coronavirus disease, COVID-19 continues to pose a significant threat to businesses in the UK.

High Court case finds binding contract created by emails

A recent case involving Superdrug Stores Plc and Athena Brand Ltd ruled that an email exchange between the two companies formed a binding contract.

Fog and edge computing: revolutionary new technologies operating at the edge of the law

Most businesses will be familiar with cloud computing. Many companies have moved their IT operations to the cloud, or consume cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) applications and tools such as Salesforce, Dropbox or Microsoft Office 365.

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Made in Britain

Made in Britain: Twisted Automotive

From purchasing some of the remaining Land Rover Defenders off the production line in 2016, the business now turns over £10 million Twisted Automotive provides customised versions to UK and global fans of the vehicle.

Great British Brands: London Morgan

London Morgan Founder Nigel Smith tells us about why passion is a crucial ingredient within their company.

The British brands cutting through traditional industries

British brands aren’t afraid to be innovative. Throughout history, they have established themselves as industry leaders within a number of sectors internationally, from fashion to food and drink.

Made in Britain: Manasamitra

Manasamitra is a South Asian arts organisation delivering cultural experiences in traditional and innovative ways.

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