Retailer, John Lewis, has set out its ambition to be one of the first retailers to fully integrate AI technology with the announcement of a significant investment in AI-powered shopping. Under plans, John Lewis products will be served to customers looking for inspiration on AI platforms like … [Read more...]
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Small Business Commissioner launches new webinar series
The Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC) has launched a new webinar series to support small businesses struggling with late payments. The Get Money Moving webinar series will see Small Business Commissioner, Emma Jones CBE (pictured), interview high profile guests on topics ranging … [Read more...]
British Business Bank backs syndicates of angel investors with £32 million
The British Business Bank has committed an additional £25 million to invest in the UK’s most promising and diverse angel syndicates, on top of a £7 million investment last year. The total of £32 million is being invested via a platform managed by Haatch, an early-stage venture capital firm and … [Read more...]
Stricter regulations proposed for construction products
A Government White Paper has set out new proposals to strengthen the safety of UK buildings through new, stricter regulations for construction materials. The reforms detailed in the Major Construction Products White Paper come in the wake of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire and subsequent Inquiry, … [Read more...]
Homes England opens bidding for £27 billion social and affordable homes grant fund
Homes England has opened bidding for the £27 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme 2026-2036 (SAHP). SAHP is a grant scheme to support delivery of hundreds of thousands of new homes for social rent, affordable rent and shared ownership over the next 10 years. At least £27 billion worth … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership announces £108 million pay investment
Employee owned retail group, John Lewis Partnership, has announced a £108 million investment in Partner pay as part of a continued commitment to invest in its people. The latest announcement comes on top of nearly £300 million added to the business' pay budget over the previous three years. Of … [Read more...]
Inflation falls to lowest level since March 2025
The annual rate of inflation fell to 3.0% in January 2026, according to the latest figures published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS), its lowest level since March 2025. The latest Consumer Price Index data from the ONS revealed that the fall in inflation was largely driven by a … [Read more...]
New campaign launched to ensure businesses protect themselves from cyber threats
A new government campaign has launched to provide practical advice to businesses to protect themselves from common cyber threats. The campaign will encourage businesses to engage with the Cyber Essentials scheme, which is designed to protect against basic weaknesses that are most commonly … [Read more...]
Plans set out to boost construction sector apprenticeships and T Levels
13,000 apprenticeships and T Level placement opportunities in the construction sector are to be created through government investment into upgrading school buildings across England. As part of the upcoming education estates strategy, construction firms working on school building projects will … [Read more...]
New DBS podcast launched for employers and safeguarding professionals
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has launched a new podcast series to help employers and safeguarding professionals better understand its services and processes. Each episode of the DBS Discussions: Safeguarding in Focus podcast will feature a subject matter expert from DBS who will … [Read more...]
New online support launched ahead of employment law changes
The Department of Business and Trade (DBT) has rolled out new online resources for UK employers to access support on employment law changes coming into effect from April 2026. The Employment Rights Act 2025 will introduce a range of reforms to UK employment law and raise the base level of … [Read more...]
11.48 million file Self Assessment returns on time
More than 11.48 million people filed their Self Assessment tax returns on time for the 2024/25 tax year, HMRC has revealed. On deadline day, 31st January, over 475,000 taxpayers submitted their returns, with 27,456 doing so in the final hour before midnight to avoid a £100 penalty for late … [Read more...]
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