5 things employers need to know about hot weather and their workplace
With the UK set for a blistering May bank holiday weekend, here are five tips employers need to know when considering the hot weather and their workplace.
Storm Doris reveals British SMEs must improve forward planning
The arrival of Storm Doris in the UK has caused various levels of chaos across the country, but SMEs are still taking chances with forward planning for such scenarios.
Storm Jonas vs SMEs: Keep the sun shining on your business in all weather conditions
While unexpected weather is a common issue all businesses face, smaller firms are particularly at risk of being disproportionately affected. However, there are precautions companies can take to keep the sun shining.
High street sales freeze in the summer chill as shoppers head abroad
High street sales have slumped to their worst level since the start of the global financial crisis in 2008 as retailers experience a "summer to forget".
Charlie Mullins: Hot weather shouldn’t mean striking, just simple and sensible changes
There are some guarantees when the temperature starts to rise in Britain. The papers are full of photos of zoo animals eating ice lollies, people who usually whinge about the rain and cold start to complain about the heat, and the Trade Unions give the impression that every business in the country is running a Victorian sweatshop.
Extreme weather is a “real threat” to businesses
Extreme weather is blowing businesses off course, say Britain's small firms.
What business insurance do you need against natural disasters?
Is your business insured against the unforeseen consequences of a natural disaster? Find out what insurance your business needs.
Teachers must set a better example to employees of the future
Charlie Mullins argues that teachers should have a stronger work ethic to set the right example for their pupils.
Warm weather boost for small businesses
A warm June and this weekend's heatwave have led to a pickup in sales for small businesses.