Articles tagged with: Business

21 Jul 2020 Economy

Exclusive: Let firms who pay living wage and treat staff well boast new ‘kitemark’, Lib Dem hopeful Layla Moran says

Businesses who treat their staff well and pay the real living wage should be rewarded through a new “kitemark” system, exposing those who fail to take care of employees properly, a Liberal Democrat leadership challenger has said.

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21 Jul 2020 Culture

Scottish Government warned hundreds of jobs at risk unless betting shops are given business rates relief

Hundreds of independent betting shop jobs are at risk of being lost unless Scottish bookies are given business rates relief to help them cope with the cost of the Covid-19 pandemic, Nicola Sturgeon has been warned.

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20 Jul 2020 Economy

GGF supports new Talent Retention Scheme

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has welcomed the Government’s announcement confirming support for a new Talent Retention Scheme for the construction industry.

13 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Government answers GGF questions on Green Scheme

Following the news last week of the Government’s new Green Homes Grant Scheme, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) received many calls and emails from anxious Members with some serious concerns regarding the scheme and its impact on their businesses.

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10 Jul 2020 Economy

Renowned Malaysian real estate developer appointed as new Vice President of CIOB

Datuk Seri Michael Yam FCIOB has been appointed Vice President of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) on 23 June 2020.

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09 Jul 2020 Economy

SSEN transmission response to Ofgem draft determination of RIIO-T2 price control

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Transmission (SSEN Transmission), the wholly-owned subsidiary of SSE plc, is disappointed and deeply concerned by today’s publication of Ofgem’s Draft Determination for the RIIO-T2 price control period.

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08 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

A £3bn investment in improving our homes and public buildings is a much-needed boost to the insulation industry

The funding is a welcome first step and gives business confidence to create much-needed jobs whilst providing an incentive and support to consumers to decarbonise their homes right across the country.

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07 Jul 2020 Economy

GGF raises industry issues at government meetings

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07 Jul 2020 Economy

GGF appoints new health, safety and environment manager

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is pleased to announce the appointment of James MacPherson as Health, Safety and Environment Manager.

03 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

We can prevent the deluge of homelessness and unemployment that threatens to engulf us

Thousands of families are at risk of losing their homes due to Covid. We must act now to prevent this.

09 Jun 2020 Coronavirus

Insolvency changes today must not store up problems for tomorrow

The reforms in the Insolvency Bill are only a small part of the rescue and recovery package that businesses need to come through the pandemic.

26 May 2020 Coronavirus

Our economic recovery will require expert guidance and tough decisions

We must give our all to our economic recovery – but it will mean making careful but tough decisions and giving a boost to consumer confidence

04 May 2020 Coronavirus

“Unexpected and welcome” that government has sent self-employed notifications early, but don’t forget limited companies, IPSE says

IPSE (the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed) has welcomed news that self-employed people are being told early if they are eligible for government support. It has urged the government to get payments to them too.

28 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Universal Credit has never been enough to support families, we need a universal basic income

When this pandemic ends, the economic recovery is going to be long and hard. A universal basic income will help settle economic stability and lead to increased spending in local economies, supporting businesses and communities.

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27 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Vets urge government to relieve struggling practices of business rates burden

The UK’s largest membership body for the veterinary profession is warning that many practices may not survive unless the Government grants them access to business rates relief and other financial support for businesses affected by Covid-19.

17 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Keir Starmer 'right' to call for lockdown exit plan, says free market think thank

Keir Starmer is "right" to call on ministers to urgently publish their lockdown exit strategy, a free market think tank has said.

16 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

The BEIS committee chair needs fresh, real-world experience and a collaborative approach

This week, we are running articles from the MPs vying to be the new chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee. Darren Jones says he would never use the chair for political gain, and "ensure every committee member, regardless of party, is empowered to lead."

15 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

As Covid-19 grips the country, we need a well chaired BEIS committee to scrutinise government

This week, we are running articles from the MPs vying to be the new chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee. Angela Eagle says she is "hugely experienced in relevant complex economic briefs working as a treasury minister and shadowing BEIS in Opposition."

14 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Coronavirus: UK economy could shrink by record 35% as unemployment soars by two million, finance watchdog warns

The UK economy is set for a record contraction with as many as two million more people facing unemployment in the wake of the coronavirus shutdown, the government's finance watchdog has warned.

14 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

As the coronavirus crisis continues, we need a BEIS chair and committee that backs Britain’s businesses

This week, we will be running articles from the MPs vying to be the new chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee. Stella Creasy says she has the experience to ensure the BEIS committee can be the constructive forum our constituents and representatives need.

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23 Mar 2020 Coronavirus

Chancellor unveils wage rescue package

The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak has announced a wage subsidy package intended to protect millions of jobs.

18 Mar 2020 Coronavirus

The nation’s health is key. But safeguarding businesses and jobs is also a priority

Combatting coronavirus must include financial assistance from the Government to help businesses keep their current staff.

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17 Mar 2020 Coronavirus

MPA calls for a ‘cash bridge’ during crisis

The Mineral Products Association has today written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer calling for greater support for businesses during the Covid-19 epidemic.

17 Mar 2020 Coronavirus

Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak prepares fresh economic bailout as crisis deepens

Rishi Sunak will beef up the financial support offered to businesses hit by the coronavirus amid calls to avoid a "catastrophic" hit to the economy.