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- 11/27/2025
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Planning Your Path to Freelancing Success
Starting a freelance business can be exciting yet challenging. Success requires careful planning, understanding finances, and building a strong personal brand. From setting goals to managing clients and taxes, freelancers must navigate multiple responsibilities. This article provides practical guidance to help aspiring freelancers launch confidently, stay organized, and establish a sustainable, profitable business from day […]
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- 11/26/2025
Why Real Rest is the Secret to Success
If we’re to take the advice from certain corners of the modern internet, then the only way to get ahead in life is through relentless hustle and grind. If there’s a spare moment of the day that you’re not committing toward earning and thriving, so says this mindset, then your lifestyle is sub-optimal and you’re […]
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- 11/26/2025
Why incentives are the secret weapon for boosting employee referrals
Finding qualified individuals to recruit for a growing business can be challenging. However, one effective way to improve this process is by having an employee referral program in place. Still, even when you actively encourage your employees to help locate great individuals and continuously improve company culture, it isn’t always easy to get the engagement […]
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- 11/14/2025
Are One-Way, Automated Interviews Here to Stay?
One-way automated interviews, also known as asynchronous or pre-recorded video interviews, involve candidates responding to preset questions via video or text without real-time interaction from a recruiter or hiring manager. These tools gained traction during the COVID-19 pandemic for remote hiring and have since evolved with AI integration for screening, analysis, and even simulated conversations. […]
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- 11/12/2025
How to Save Money on Charles Tyrwhitt UK: Smart Shopping Tips for Stylish Men
Charles Tyrwhitt UK is synonymous with timeless British menswear —-shirts that fit perfectly, suits tailored to impress, and accessories that tie it all together. But looking sharp doesn’t mean overspending. Whether you’re a regular customer or a first-time shopper, or need a suit for your job interview, there are plenty of ways to cut costs […]
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- 11/10/2025
Why Becoming a Financial Advisor Could Be Your Best Career Move
Are you looking for a career that combines the thrill of high-stakes financial decision-making with the reward of helping people build lasting wealth? A career as a financial advisor offers just that, with the added bonus of working closely with high-net-worth individuals and businesses on some of the most unique investment opportunities available. From second […]
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- 11/3/2025
A Solicitor’s Guide to Employee Rights After a Workplace Injury
The injuries at the workplace can change your day routine more than your morning coffee. One minute you are on the clock and the next minute you are dealing with pain, paperwork, and HR policies. That is when you need to know your employee rights. The law provides greater protection than you may imagine, whether […]
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- 10/31/2025
How a QCCP Qualification Paves the Way for a Career in Aesthetic Medicine
In the evolving world of healthcare, more pharmacists are branching out beyond traditional pharmacy roles and exploring new paths where science meets art, aesthetic medicine. With the growing demand for non-surgical cosmetic treatments, there’s never been a better time for pharmacists to transition into this dynamic field. One of the most effective ways to start […]
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- 10/29/2025
Top 7 Educational Consultants Providing Elite Tutors in the UK
In the competitive landscape of British education, families seeking exceptional academic support often turn to private tutoring firms known for their discretion, experience, and proven results. Elite educational consultants play an important role in pairing students with highly qualified tutors who provide bespoke, one-to-one instruction. This could be for school entrance exams, GCSEs, A-levels, or […]
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- 10/17/2025
Can Private Investigator Services Strengthen Your Online Brand Security?
I know how tough it is to run your business online in 2025. Every day is a struggle. Every day is a battle. Every day is a nightmare. Each day, there are people copying your products, stealing your content, and creating counterfeit accounts to impersonate you. It really is overwhelming. For business owners, there are […]
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- 10/9/2025
UK Recruiter Feed
Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS
Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.
- 11/27/2025
Labour ditches day-one protection from unfair dismissal in U-turn
The right will now be introduced after six months, in a breach of Labour's election manifesto.
- 11/28/2025
How will the changes to workers' rights affect you?
A major shake-up of workers' rights is on its way, but what impact will it have?
- 11/27/2025
Three arrests after BBC investigation into criminal network on High Street
Two Iranian men and a British man are held after raids in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
- 11/27/2025
Buy loo roll and keep the receipt - how to shop smart on Black Friday
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.
- 11/28/2025
Will boats be a breakthrough for 3D printing tech?
Dutch firms are betting that hulls made with 3D printing machines will mean cheaper boats.
- 11/28/2025
Louvre to hike ticket prices for UK tourists by 45%
The price increase is expected to raise millions to fund the museum's renovation plans.
- 11/28/2025
Banking giant to build £10bn tower at Canary Wharf
One of the world's largest banking firms announces plans to build a new HQ "bigger than the Shard".
- 11/27/2025
Simon Jack: Businesses left asking - what happened to growth?
Significant pro-business measures were thin on the ground in this year's Budget.
- 11/27/2025
Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25
The chancellor's Budget contained a slew of measures which will impact young people specifically.
- 11/27/2025
Who are the winners and losers from Rachel Reeves's Budget?
BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Budget is likely to financially affect different groups.
- 11/27/2025
Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you
The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.
- 11/26/2025
Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax
This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.
- 11/26/2025
OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis
Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.
- 11/27/2025
'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax'
BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.
- 11/27/2025
No changes to Scottish income tax plan, Robison says
The finance secretary says rates will not rise and no new bands will be introduced in January's Budget.
- 11/27/2025
Classic Morris van to get 21st Century all-electric makeover
An all-electric version of the classic van, a familiar sight in the 1950s, is to go into production.
- 11/27/2025
Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack
The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.
- 11/27/2025
How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay
The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.
- 11/26/2025
Budget 2025: Key points at a glance
Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.
- 11/26/2025
Salary sacrifice tax break cut on workplace pensions
Some pension savers face a hit to the amount of money they can put into their pension without paying national insurance.
- 11/26/2025
Electric vehicle owners to face pay-per-mile tax
Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.
- 11/26/2025
UK growth forecasts lowered from next year
Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years.
- 11/26/2025
Properties worth more than £2m in England face mansion tax
The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.
- 11/27/2025
Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack
The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.
- 11/27/2025
Warner settles lawsuit with AI music firm and launches joint venture
The label is going into business with tech start-up Suno after settling a lawsuit against the company.
- 11/26/2025
Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
- 11/25/2025
Fracking has transformed an Argentine town but what about the nation?
Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.
- 11/27/2025
The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality
TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.
- 11/25/2025
Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses
Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.
- 11/24/2025
The 'toughest crop': Can tech help cardamom farmers?
Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?
- 11/21/2025
From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream
With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.
- 11/14/2025
Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?
Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.
- 11/18/2025
The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport
From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.
- 11/11/2025
Fire-blocking chemicals promise safer buildings
New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.
- 11/7/2025
Will quantum be bigger than AI?
The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.
- 11/6/2025
The start-up creating science kits for young Africans
Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.
- 11/4/2025
'This is the big one' - tech firms bet on electrifying rail
Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.
- 10/31/2025
Warm spaces open to combat 'unaffordable' bills
The venues offer people the chance to stay warm, socialise and seek support during winter.
- 11/28/2025
Buy nothing new this Black Friday, says charity
A Devizes charity is backing the national Buy Nothing New campaign - an alternative to Black Friday.
- 11/28/2025
Residents asked to support foodbanks at Christmas
People can donate food and household items, or help with food sorting, packing or distribution.
- 11/28/2025
Poultry barn turned into charity storage hub
The barn near Beverley will be used to store donations for Jacob's Well Appeal.
- 11/28/2025
How do Surrey businesses feel about the Budget?
Businesses in Surrey give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget.
- 11/27/2025
Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
- 11/25/2025
The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
- 11/21/2025
The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
- 10/22/2025
How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump
Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created
- 10/14/2025
Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning
Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.
- 9/15/2025
BBC joins officers on criminal network raids
Three men have been arrested in dawn raids following a BBC News investigation into organised crime gangs operating on the High Street.
- 11/27/2025
'I didn't expect that' - minimum wage chat leaves some shocked
The BBC's Tyler Edwards asks under 25s in Cardiff if they think the minimum wage increase is enough.
- 11/27/2025
How to avoid scams when shopping online
Camilla Smythe from the Cyber Defence Alliance gives her tips for shopping online.
- 11/26/2025
Watch: 'Mind-blowing' - BBC correspondents react as OBR releases Budget details early
In the lead up to the Chancellor delivering her Budget, the Office for Budget Responsibility published their report early in error.
- 11/26/2025
Simplicity – Safe to Recruit? Know Your Client, Protect Your Business – VIDEO
This week Louise was joined by her guest speakers, Jessica Howard and Sarah Williams, from Simplicity In Business.
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- 11/27/2025
2026 Playbook: Rethinking Cash Flow & Back Office – Where Recruitment Growth Really Happens
This blog from Simplicity in Business is part of our 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently series. When planning for 2026, much of the industry focus is on front-office activity: BD, marketing, AI sourcing, and talent attraction. But the recruitment agencies that will thrive next year won’t just win more work; they’ll run […]
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- 11/27/2025
Recruitment Smarts #1203
A Note from the Editor We’ve recently kicked off a new series on our blog: The 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently. This builds on the momentum from our last series – From Surviving to Thriving – which resonated with so many recruiters by helping them boost margins, protect profits and work smarter. Now, as […]
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- 11/25/2025
2026 Playbook: From Résumés to Revenue – How AI Will Redefine the Recruitment Workflow
This blog from Allsorter is part of our 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently series. Recruitment has never been more complex… or more competitive. Agencies have automated sourcing, outreach, and CRM processes, yet one fundamental challenge remains: disconnected workflows that drain recruiter time and limit scale. In 2026, the winning agencies won’t just […]
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- 11/24/2025
CloudCall – Recruiter and Sales Productivity in the Age of AI – VIDEO
This week Louise was joined by her guest speakers, Ashley Bowlin & Steven Collins, from CloudCall.
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- 11/21/2025
2026 Playbook: Trust in Recruiting: Balancing AI, Authenticity, and Compliance in 2026
This blog from Stormie Haller at Tracker is part of our 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently series. As we head into 2026, recruiting is moving faster than ever, but trust is becoming harder to earn. AI can now write résumés, simulate interviews, and screen thousands of candidates in minutes. That kind of […]
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- 11/20/2025
Recruitment Smarts #1202
A Note from the Editor Final call for speakers – Take the Stage at Recruitment Agency Expo London 2026 The recruitment industry is navigating one of its toughest cycles – slower hiring, changing client expectations, and constant market shifts. Agency owners and recruitment practitioners are looking for real, practical strategies to help their businesses adapt and […]
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- 11/18/2025
Take the Stage at Recruitment Agency Expo London 2026
Final call for speakers – Take the Stage at Recruitment Agency Expo London 2026 The recruitment industry is navigating one of its toughest cycles – slower hiring, changing client expectations, and constant market shifts. Agency owners and recruitment practitioners are looking for real, practical strategies to help their businesses adapt and grow. That’s why we’re inviting […]
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- 11/17/2025
2026 Playbook: Recruiters Who Win Will Think Like Technologists
This blog from JSBC Labs is part of our 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently series. The recruitment world isn’t short on technology – it’s short on time. Over the past few years, we’ve seen agencies rush to adopt new platforms, CRMs, and automation tools, only to realise that more tech doesn’t always mean […]
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- 11/17/2025
2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently – from Access
This blog from Access is part of our 2026 Playbook: What Recruiters Need to Do Differently series. As we approach 2026, recruitment agencies across the UK are asking a vital question: What needs to change to stay competitive? Whether it’s technology, people, training, marketing, or client relationships, the answer lies in how agencies adapt […]
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- 11/15/2025