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Essential Services for Launching Your Business Startup
Starting a business can be an exhilarating journey, marred only by the daunting task of ensuring all the essential services are in place for a successful launch. With 69% of U.S. entrepreneurs starting their businesses at home, the need for a comprehensive strategy that addresses legal, branding, and financial aspects is more pressing than ever. […]
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- 2/10/2026
How to Start an Industrial Surplus Business (Without Burning Cash)
Starting an industrial surplus business is one of those unsexy-but-profitable plays most people overlook. You’re buying equipment, parts, and machinery that companies no longer need—and reselling it to buyers who desperately do. If you do it right, margins can be chunky and competition surprisingly sloppy. Here’s a straight-talking guide to getting it off the ground. […]
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- 2/6/2026
4 Financial Goals To Achieve In 2026 (And The Best Way Forward)
Welcome to January 2026! After the financial sprint through the 2025 autumn budget, followed by the holiday spending and the year-long struggle with the high cost of living and economic uncertainty, you might be entering the new year feeling slightly worn out, at least financially. If you’ve struggled with financial planning and goal-setting in the […]
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- 1/29/2026
What Can an Office Tell You About the Company Culture?
If you think about it, walking into an office for an interview can feel like stepping into a preview of the job. Well, it’s not about judging decor or assuming a polished space automatically means a healthy workplace. Instead, it’s that the office often reflects habits, priorities, and how people actually work day to day. […]
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- 1/28/2026
SEN Tuition – Top 5 Private Tutors for Your Child With Special Needs
UK schools are working to cater to the changing needs of children and the growing expectations of parents. However, students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) have different requirements that are often not met in regular schooling. Children with SEN experience a spectrum of difficulties that can make it challenging to keep up with their peers. […]
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- 1/27/2026
Optimising Workflows Across 7 Industries
It’s 2026, and market competition isn’t easing. To thrive and stay ahead of the competition, your projects and teams must be highly efficient. However, it all depends on how well you’ve optimised your workflows. You may reconsider investing time in this optimisation exercise again. However, workflow optimisation is an ongoing, multi-step process that evolves as […]
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- 1/16/2026
How Traveling Helps You Disconnect From Work and Stress
Whether you work full-time or juggle multiple responsibilities at home, travelling offers a vital escape from the constant demands of professional life. Stepping away from your daily routines and regular deadlines could be the fastest route. This vital separation will refresh your headspace, sparking creativity and providing a sense of clarity too. If you’re ready […]
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- 1/16/2026
What to Do If You’re Failing A-Level Maths
Failing A-Level Maths can feel overwhelming, especially if you had clear plans for university or your future career. It’s normal to feel disappointed, anxious or unsure about what to do next. However, many students experience this setback and still go on to succeed through alternative routes, resits or new opportunities. This situation does not define […]
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- 12/22/2025
Turning PTO and Flexibility from Employee Perks into Strategic Business Assets
When companies are considering employee compensation packages, most will focus on building out competitive starting salaries and traditional benefits offerings. While these are absolutely fantastic starting points, many times modern employees value flexibility as an important deciding factor when choosing an employer and sticking it out for the long haul. Successful businesses don’t just view […]
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- 12/19/2025
Why Interview Coaches Recommend Resume Tailoring Tools as a Core Job Search Strategy in 2025
Interview coaches see the job market from a unique vantage point. Every week, they work with capable professionals who are confident in conversation, prepared for interview questions, and clear about their career goals. Yet many of these same candidates struggle to get interviews in the first place. The issue is rarely a lack of skill […]
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- 12/19/2025
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Tesco plans to give under-18s Clubcard access this year
Consumer outlet Which? has been campaigning on access to loyalty schemes, calling it a "huge win for shoppers".
- 2/12/2026
Reeves says 'more to do' after sluggish GDP growth
The chancellor's comments came after figures showed the UK economy saw a lacklustre end to 2025.
- 2/12/2026
Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.
- 2/12/2026
Probe ordered into Daily Mail owner's £500m takeover of Telegraph
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy orders a review of the deal on public interest and competition grounds.
- 2/12/2026
Civil service pension backlog 'overwhelmed' Capita, boss says
Thousands of retiring civil servants have been left without pension payments causing hardship for some.
- 2/12/2026
The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?
The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.
- 2/12/2026
'Tens of thousands' affected by law firm collapse
The Solicitors Regulation Authority say an investigation into PM Law's collapse is ongoing.
- 2/12/2026
AI safety leader says 'world is in peril' and quits to study poetry
It comes in the same week an OpenAI researcher resigned amid concerns about its decision to start testing ChatGPT ads.
- 2/12/2026
Salmon exports remain high but Scotch whisky falls
Scottish salmon exports increased in tonnage by 9%, while the volume of Scotch whisky exports dropped by 4.3%.
- 2/12/2026
Alton Towers U-turns on plan to restrict disability pass
"We are sorry," says operator after plan to restrict queuing access for people with autism, ADHD and anxiety sparked criticism.
- 2/12/2026
Sarah Ferguson asked Epstein for bankruptcy advice while he was in jail, emails suggest
Emails appear to show the desperate measures Ferguson considered to rescue her finances.
- 2/11/2026
Scrap proposed England holiday tax, hospitality bosses urge
Critics say the proposed tax could force families to shorten trips or spend their money overseas.
- 2/12/2026
'I racked up £145k of debt' - pharmacists struggling to stay afloat as costs soar
With costs escalating, pharmacies are making a loss on essential items such as aspirin.
- 2/12/2026
Instagram boss says 16 hours of daily use is 'problematic' not addiction
Instagram's Adam Mosseri faced questioning about the impact of his platform on minors.
- 2/12/2026
Russia orders block on WhatsApp in messaging app crackdown
WhatsApp says the move aims to push its 90 million users in Russia to a "state-owned surveillance app".
- 2/12/2026
'Fear and alienation': Senior Co-op staff complain of 'toxic' culture at the top
Lawyers for the Co-op said they do not believe the complaints represent the broader views of staff
- 2/11/2026
Lloyds Banking Group to close another 95 branches
The closures have been announced days after Santander said it would shut branches.
- 2/11/2026
US job market undergoes surprise growth in January after weak 2025
Employers added a greater-than-expected 130,000 jobs in January, according to the latest figures.
- 2/11/2026
Oatly loses long-running 'milk' battle with dairy lobby
The plant-based drink maker can no longer use the term 'milk' to market its products.
- 2/11/2026
Serial rail fare evader fined £3,600 over 112 unpaid tickets
Charles Brohiri travelled without buying a ticket on 112 train journeys over a period of nearly two years.
- 2/11/2026
More than 180 survivors engaged in Harrods abuse redress scheme
The late Mohamed Al Fayed has been accused of sexual harassment during his time as owner.
- 2/11/2026
Children bombarded with weight loss drug ads online, says commissioner
The Children's Commissioner suggested social media advertising for children should be banned.
- 2/11/2026
Disney advert banned for showing 'disturbing' severed body
Disney argued the severed figure in the advert was a robot and "visually distinct from a human".
- 2/11/2026
Wrapped helps Spotify add users despite artists' criticism over fees
The Swedish music giant saw record users despite artists saying they aren't paid enough to put their music on the platform.
- 2/10/2026
Ford says it took an extra $900m tariff hit last year
The US carmaker's tariff costs were higher than expected because of a change to the Trump administration's tariff relief program.
- 2/10/2026
US consumer spending slowed in December - Is it a warning for the economy?
Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown.
- 2/10/2026
BP steps up cost cutting as profits slide
The oil giant also suspends its share buyback programme ahead of the arrival of its new boss.
- 2/10/2026
Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech
Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.
- 2/10/2026
Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. Who is likely to win?
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.
- 2/10/2026
How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland
Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.
- 2/10/2026
Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets
Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.
- 2/8/2026
The shadowy world of abandoned oil tankers
A growing number of tankers and other commercial vessels are being ditched by their owners.
- 2/9/2026
How Britain became a fried chicken nation
An internet craze for American-style chicken has come to the UK, but what does it mean for traditional chippies?
- 2/8/2026
Can robots ever be graceful?
Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.
- 2/6/2026
Bank hints at rate cuts, but don't expect Covid-era mortgage deals
The Bank of England may have suggested more rate cuts are on the way, but they are unlikely to go much lower.
- 2/5/2026
Silence and inaction - how audio helped prove captain guilty of North Sea tanker crash
The top detective investigating the tanker collision says there were early signs of gross negligence from Vladimir Motin
- 2/5/2026
The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus
Comac's passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing.
- 2/3/2026
The yachting industry searches for alternatives to teak
Prized for its beauty, teak is in short supply, forcing the yacht industry to look for alternatives.
- 2/4/2026
Asda has lost its mojo and has a big fight to get it back
The industry data suggests that despite Asda embarking on a turnaround, it has been losing ground to rivals.
- 2/1/2026
Civil service pension backlog 'overwhelmed' Capita, boss says
Thousands of retiring civil servants have been left without pension payments causing hardship for some.
- 2/12/2026
Lloyds Banking Group to close another 95 branches
The closures have been announced days after Santander said it would shut branches.
- 2/11/2026
Would you pay £7.50 for a pint of Guinness?
A Market Rasen pub asks customers about the cost of Guinness ahead of a price increase in April.
- 2/11/2026
What's driving Northern Ireland's falling fuel prices?
As petrol prices fall to their lowest levels in five years, BBC News NI takes a look at what's behind the drop.
- 2/11/2026
Donation appeal as vulnerable face food bank delay
A mental health support team set up a pantry in Wolverhampton to help those living in food poverty.
- 2/9/2026
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
- 1/11/2026
Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?
- 12/22/2025
Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
- 11/29/2025
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
Thousands queue as beauty store arrives on island of Ireland
Almost 2,000 people joined the queue for the opening of a new store in Belfast this morning.
- 2/12/2026
Bank of England chief 'shocked' at Mandelson emails
The Bank governor criticised emails between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein during the financial crisis.
- 2/6/2026
Watch: 20-tonne reservoir wall installed in three-day project
The steel structure was lowered into place at the new reservoir in a 72-hour continuous operation.
- 2/5/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1212
A Note from the Editor Sorry to mention AI so early in the newsletter – but we’d love to hear your thoughts Has AI actually improved your recruitment process yet? ✅ Yes – significantly ✅ Somewhat ✅ Not really ✅ Too early to tell Share your vote on our Linkedin poll. In the newsletter this week, […]
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- 2/11/2026
Recruitment Pay Facts and Stats Hub: Updated for 2026
This article from New Millennia compiles up-to-date UK recruitment pay data, explaining how recruiter compensation and agency fees work, typical salaries by role and location, hiring costs, and industry earning potential to help readers understand pay trends in 2026. Perfect if you’re starting a recruitment agency! See the full article on the New Millennia […]
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- 2/10/2026
Best EOR Companies in the UK: Post-Brexit Guide
Our partners at Borderless AI have put together this guide exploring the UK Employer of Record landscape in a post-Brexit environment. The United Kingdom maintains its position as a premier destination for global talent, featuring a highly educated, diverse workforce with exceptional capabilities across financial services, technology, creative sectors, and life sciences. While Brexit […]
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- 2/10/2026
How the French Job Search Platform Landscape is Evolving
The French labour market has undergone a significant digital transformation over the last decade. What was once driven primarily by public employment services and informal networks is now shaped by a diverse mix of digital platforms, algorithms, and candidate experience tools. For both local talent and international professionals, navigating this landscape is no longer about […]
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- 2/9/2026
The Technology Decisions That Make or Break a New Recruitment Agency
Launching a recruitment agency has never been easier. Scaling one successfully is another story. In the early days, most new agencies focus on winning clients, placing candidates, and generating cash flow. Technology decisions are often made quickly, sometimes reactively, and usually with short-term convenience in mind. But those early choices have long-term consequences. Get the […]
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- 2/7/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1211
A Note from the Editor Recently, we ran a LinkedIn poll asking agency recruiters what they mostly rely on for interview scheduling today, and the results were telling. It’s one of those processes that should be “solved” by automation or AI. In theory, calendar links and scheduling tools promise speed and efficiency. In reality, the […]
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- 2/4/2026
Joint and Several Liability (JSL): What the April 2026 Reforms Mean for Recruitment Agencies
You’ll have heard a lot about the upcoming Law change already. It dominated industry conversations at the end of 2025, and agencies that haven’t started preparing really do need to start now. This shift has the potential to disrupt contractor payroll and increase your agencies exposure to liability costs. …. Read the full blog […]
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- 2/1/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1210
A Note from the Editor One of our big focuses on our Recruiter Zone channel this year is building conversations that actually matter to recruiters – the kind you’d genuinely make time for in a busy week, designed to be practical, honest, and grounded in the realities of running and growing a recruitment business today. Over the […]
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- 1/28/2026
£100k Won’t Save You If Your Fees Aren’t Protected
This blog from RecLAW is part of our “The £100k Growth Question for Recruiters” series. If a recruitment agency was handed £100,000 tomorrow, most would instinctively think the same things. More recruiters. New tech. A shiny CRM. A bigger marketing push. All sensible on the surface. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: you can double your […]
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- 1/27/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1209
A Note from the Editor How are agency recruiters handling interview scheduling today? Hung Lee recently ran a poll with in-house/TA teams and shared the results in Recruiting Brainfood. The responses were more mixed than expected, which got us wondering whether agencies are in a different place. We’ve run a similar poll focused on agency […]
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- 1/21/2026