Business
Small business confidence collapses
A dramatic fall in confidence over the economy has prompted small firms to lay off staff as costs rise and revenues decline. A balance of 5.8% of small firms intend to lay off workers over […]
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New vehicle market holds firm
The market for brand new heavy buses and coaches has held firm, while other sectors have become subdued – according to the latest data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Proposed inspections charges will hit small firms hardest
HSE runs the risk of alienation if new charging proposals are adopted – says FSB Proposals to charge small firms for ‘material’ faults found during inspections by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) could damage […]
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Bank of England governor fears crisis is ‘worst ever’
Sir Mervyn King gives £75bn quantative easing the go-ahead Bank of England governor Mervyn King has said this financial crisis could be the worst the UK has ever seen. His comments came after the Bank […]
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Employment red tape reviewed
The Government has launched a “real debate” with businesses and employees about the regulations which determine rights in the workplace. Ministers have promised to identify employment law which can be “simplified, merged and abolished” to […]
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Silver Star Coach Holidays goes into administration
End of the road for proud Welsh family-run operator Caernarfon-based coach operator Silver Star Coach Holidays Limited has entered administration after 93 years of operation. The family-run firm, which also trades under the Welsh name […]
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Unfair sacking change ‘to save £6m’
The government has claimed changes to unfair dismissal rules could save business almost £6m a year amid continued anger from unions over the “attack” on workers’ rights. Ministers said the qualification period for the right […]
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Swindon Travel in administration
Spiller & Powell Enterprises, which traded as coach operator Swindon Travel, has entered administration.
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Culture of injury claims on the up, tour operators warned
Defending lawyers have frequently found problems with firms’ terms and conditions Lawyers and insurers issued a warning at a recent seminar on excursions liability in London, Travel Weekly reported. Alex Padfield, managing director of law […]
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Twitter Web Analytics pilot
A step forward in measuring the success of using social networking as a promotional and business tool has been taken, with the introduction of Twitter Web Analytics last week. This follows on from the success […]
