by Tracey Carter | J May, 2024 | Business Trends, Economy Growth, FSB News
The headline confidence reading jumped up over 20 points, to reach +5.5 points in the first three months of 2024. Manufacturing was the most positive sector at +19.2 points. This is a good indicator that the shallow recession recorded at the end of 2023 is firmly in...
by Tracey Carter | J Apr, 2024 | Economy Growth, FSB News
Responding to news that CPI rose by 3.2% in the year to March 2024, down from 3.4% in February, Tina McKenzie, Policy Chair, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) said: “March’s fall in the annual consumer price inflation rate takes some more of the heat out of rising...
by Tracey Carter | J Apr, 2024 | Skills & Employment, Spelthorne Business
Flexible working arrangements can be used to change when, where or how an employee works. Starting 6 April, employers must adapt their approach to handling flexible working requests due to the new Flexible Working Bill. This legislation affects aspects from remote...
by Tracey Carter | J Apr, 2024 | Spelthorne Business, Start up support
Enterprise Nation have recently created a new Start up kit. This free eBook offers all the tools and tips you need to become an entrepreneur. It’ll help you find an idea, spot a gap in the market and start your own business. A great way to help your business hit...
by Tracey Carter | J Apr, 2024 | Awards, Spelthorne Business
Spelthorne Business Plan Competition 2024 About the competition The Spelthorne Business Plan Competition represents a search for the local business entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Participants are asked to think of a business idea and answer our online question form....
