Month: February 2024

By Dom Walbanke on Growth Business – Your gateway to entrepreneurial success A record number of companies were launched in the UK in 2023, according to research from NatWest and Beauhurst. Over 900,000 companies were started over the course of 2023 – an increase of 12 per cent – bringing the number of active companies…

In a testament to the resilience of the UK’s entrepreneurial spirit, newly released data reveals that over 900,000 new companies were incorporated in 2023, marking a historic high for business formation in the country. The surge in start-ups has propelled the total number of active businesses in the UK to 5.31 million, setting yet another…

The hairdressing and beauty sector is preparing for potential upheaval, with warnings of salon closures and job losses reverberating throughout Britain. Toby Dicker, co-founder of the Salon Employers Association, representing over 1,400 businesses nationwide, emphasized the industry’s inability to absorb escalating labor costs and taxes. Dicker stated, “We are on the brink of collapse, and…

The UK private sector is experiencing its lowest employment levels in a decade, as hiring decisions are clouded by uncertainty surrounding economic prospects amidst high interest rates and sluggish consumer demand. According to the latest data from BDO, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, the employment index has dropped for the seventh consecutive month…

In a world increasingly turning to natural solutions for health and wellness, Pukka Herbs stands as a beacon of herbal wisdom and holistic living. Founded in Bristol, Pukka Herbs has become synonymous with organic herbal teas, supplements, and wellness products that not only nurture the body but also respect the planet. With a commitment to…

Mark Dixon, the chief executive and founder of IWG, formerly known as Regus, is embarking on ambitious plans to open 2,000 new offices across the UK within the next five years. This substantial expansion aims to bolster IWG’s presence significantly as it gears up for a potential listing on the New York Stock Exchange. Currently…

The working population spends nearly 70% of their days at work. We all know that ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy(/girl!)’ so what can we do to make sure that employees have enough ‘play’ during their time at work? Historically ‘play’ has been associated with children but there is a growing…

When we’re in school, we see it as the only route forward, the only way to thrive. Whilst education is of course important, it is not the only piece of the puzzle to unlocking success. We look at people such as Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey, Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and more who all…

Claude Littner, known for his role on “The Apprentice,” has revealed that he will no longer be a regular fixture on the show due to injuries sustained from a cycling accident three years ago. The 74-year-old businessman, who previously served as an adviser alongside Karren Brady to Lord Sugar, disclosed that he will not be…