The latest inflation figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) for October 2024 rose to 2.3%, up from 1.7% in September. This marks the first increase in inflation since July, and it has sparked interest among business owners, economists, and policymakers alike.
The UK government has announced a consultation on new legislations designed to regulate Buy-Now, Pay-Later (BNPL) products. The forthcoming rules, which will bring BNPL products under the supervision of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), are designed to provide the same key protections for BNPL as exist for other consumer credit products.
Following the release of the Employment Rights Bill, its Impact Assessment was published last week showing that the new Bill will have a “positive direct impact on economic growth.”
The approach that you take to managing your business often needs to change and adapt to changing circumstances. Situational leadership is a flexible and adaptive approach to managing teams, emphasising that there is no single best way to lead a team of people
Sustainability remains a key area of focus for businesses and governments around the world. However, driving a more sustainable approach to business is not just something that large corporations do.