When setting up a business and taking on employees, one of the most critical yet often overlooked aspects is the foundation of human resources (HR), Anne Begley from Stockport-based HR consultancy, Lomarton, explains. Just as you wouldn’t drive a car without insurance or go on holiday without … [Read more...]
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Prospect of interest rate cuts drives optimism among property investors, finds Handelsbanken
Property investors are cautiously optimistic and focusing on the prospect of interest rate cuts ahead of UK and global political issues, according to a new study by Handelsbanken. The relationship bank's 2024 Property Investor Report, based on exclusive insights from UK property investors with an … [Read more...]
Latest insolvency statistics reveal business owners at critical tipping point, warns Azets
The latest government insolvency statistics reveal many business owners find themselves at a 'critical tipping point', according to Nicola Clark, Restructuring & Insolvency Partner at Azets. May 2024 saw more than 270 compulsory liquidations, more than in the previous month, suggesting that … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How an HR Transformation Audit can ensure a business yields the benefits of new technology
Donna Morton, from Stockport HR and Change Management consultancy Lomarton, explains how an HR Transformation Audit can ensure businesses get the most out of investing in new technology. In the contemporary business landscape, technology is often hailed as a solution for countless operational … [Read more...]
Tenant demand for sustainable properties soars, finds Handelsbanken survey
A survey of property investors by Handelsbanken has found that almost all have seen requests from tenants for some form of sustainability measures in the last year. According to the bank’s latest annual Property Investor Report, 92% of investors (with an average 35 properties each) asking for … [Read more...]
Azets Barometer reveals gap in optimism between small and medium-sized businesses
UK accountancy firm, Azets, which has 90 offices nationwide including in Stockport, has revealed that medium-sized businesses are more optimistic about the future than smaller firms, according to the firm's Azets Barometer survey. The survey, conducted in April 2024, features 353 responses from … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Fire safety in the workplace and the role of the Responsible Person
Stockport health and safety consultancy, Vita Safety, explains the important duties of the person responsible for fire safety in a business. There were 7,649 workplace fires between 2022 and 2023 (Morgan Clark). Despite the figure decreasing in recent years, accidents still happen. However, … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Balancing legality and professionalism in the UK workplace when navigating difficult conversations
Anne Begley, from Stockport-based HR consultancy Lomarton, explains how to manage difficult workplace discussions within the legal boundaries of UK employment law, ensuring both professionalism and compliance. Difficult conversations in the workplace are inevitable, and in the UK, where … [Read more...]
UK property investors look to English regions to grow portfolios, finds Handelsbanken research
Commercial and residential property investors are increasingly turning away from the capital in favour of other English regions to grow their portfolios, new research from Handelsbanken has found. The East of England, North East and Cumbria, and North West regions have all overtaken the … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Honouring HR as the backbone of successful organisations
Ahead of International HR Day on 20th May 2024, Donna Morton from Stockport based change management consultancy, Lomarton, explains the vital role of Human Resources professionals in shaping workplace culture and driving innovation. Every year on the 20th May, the world celebrates International … [Read more...]
Dealmaking VAT reclaim black hole losing British businesses millions
The UK’s £200 billion dealmaking industry could be missing out on around £150 million of VAT rebates for costs such as professional fees that are not being reclaimed, according to new research into the UK’s M&A sector by Azets, the top ten accountancy and advisory firm. M&A VAT costs that … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Secret shoppers are your silent success agents
Customer service specialists, insight6, explain how mystery shoppers can help a business better understand their customers and improve their experience. Mystery shopping is a way for businesses to check how good their service is by sending in secret shoppers. These secret shoppers act like … [Read more...]
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