How to improve corporate governance culture
The professional body for internal auditors has recently issued a report on corporate culture. Culture is at the heart of good governance.
Holiday pay rule changes are on the horizon
Recent cases have left employers exposed to large potential claims for holiday pay arrears.
Retail sales heat up due to rising temperature
After last month's poor performance, retail sales volumes are finally picking up the pace again.
Commission launches €100m Fast Track to Innovation programme
The European Commission yesterday presented details of a new €100m (£78.9m) "Fast Track to Innovation" (FTI) pilot action and five innovation prizes under Horizon 2020, the European Union's research and innovation programme.
Consumer confidence is on the increase
UK consumer confidence in Q2 2014 was four points higher than the same period a year ago (from -10 in Q2 2013 to -6 in Q2 2014), according to the latest Deloitte Consumer Tracker.
Paypal to launch working capital product for UK firms
Paypal, the online payments provider, today announced the launch of a new working capital product for British companies.
Legal view: Dos and don’ts of rebranding
Any business considering a rebranding initiative (or for that matter, an initial branding) should make sure that they follow some basic legal steps.
Case study: How a growing business manages risk
Mitesh Patel founded Lenstore, an online provider of contact lenses and advice, in 2008 and it has since shown rapid growth.
Crowdcube smashes world record with £1.2m raised in 16 minutes
Crowdcube, the British equity crowdfunding platform, yesterday smashed world records by raising £1.2m in equity funding in just 16 minutes – the fastest crowdfunding round ever.