The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in SMEs from January 2026. Aimed at stemming the UK's sickness crisis, it targets early intervention to keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in England's SMEs from Jan-Mar 2026. Aim: curb long-term sickness and keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
Italian authorities arrest nine suspects accused of diverting €7 million to Hamas through charities. Operation coordinated with EU and Israeli intelligence. Read the full details.
Italian authorities have detained nine individuals accused of funnelling millions to Hamas through charitable fronts. Read the full details of the cross-border terror financing investigation.
A new survey reveals UK independent businesses are losing online sales to AI-powered giants. Discover the impact and what small firms are doing to fight back.
Two entrepreneurs reveal the staggering £800,000 price tag to launch a cocktail bar in Melbourne's CBD, igniting a fierce debate on the cost of doing business in Australia's hospitality sector. Read their full breakdown.
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
Mallows Beauty, a multi-million pound British beauty brand, has entered voluntary liquidation, making 25 staff redundant and leaving creditors owed £1.9m. Read the full story.
HSBC UK launches a competition for three small firms to win a day with a celebrity brand ambassador. Judged by Dame Kelly Holmes and Brian O'Driscoll. Enter by 5 January.
Alison Holliday, 50, and Charlie Lycett-Smith, 46, launch North & Nest, a finance and ops consultancy. They say midlife clarity and resilience give them a unique edge in business. Read their story.
Discover the most effective ways to finance window replacements in the UK. Compare installer finance, personal loans, savings and remortgaging options to make the best choice for your budget.
France's highest court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing, cementing a six-month sentence. Discover the details of the 'Bygmalion' affair.
New research uncovers that UK small business owners start with an average of only £6,000, relying on personal savings and family loans. Discover the sacrifices made and the support needed for success.
Small businesses face payment delays and project cancellations during historic US government shutdown. Discover how UK firms are affected and what happens next.
New investigation exposes how not a single major global bank has committed to stop funding new oil, gas and coal projects, raising serious questions about the financial sector's climate commitments.
Shocking court case reveals first-cousin marriage at centre of sophisticated criminal network involved in terror financing and human trafficking across British communities.
Groundbreaking study reveals nearly half of UK businesses receive inadequate professional guidance, with devastating financial consequences for SMEs nationwide.
New survey reveals alarming surge in supply chain cyber attacks affecting nearly a third of British businesses, with smaller companies becoming prime targets for hackers.
JLo opens up about her husband's surprising role as financial backer for her upcoming movie project, offering rare glimpse into their professional partnership.
The militant group Hamas has launched a unprecedented lawsuit against Iran in the High Court, accusing the Islamic Republic of failing to pay hundreds of millions in promised financial support, in a major rift between long-time allies.
Exclusive: Ibrahim Abusharif, a professor at Northwestern University in Qatar, is under intense scrutiny after serious allegations emerged linking him to the funding of Hamas. The university has launched a review amidst growing demands for transparency.
Plans for the £1.5bn Espai Barça project, including a new 105,000-seat stadium, have been dramatically suspended by the Catalan government, throwing the future of the iconic Nou Camp into uncertainty.
The Biden administration imposes severe sanctions on six major Palestinian human rights and civil society organisations, accusing them of 'supporting terrorism'. The move draws fierce condemnation from the UN, EU, and leading human rights groups.
A Warwickshire businessman has been hailed a hero after his blistering Facebook response to a group of women who launched a vicious campaign of abuse against his young employees, calling their behaviour 'utterly disgusting'.
A UK foot model has turned her pongy passion into a profitable business, selling her worn-in, smelly trainers to a global clientele of sneaker sniffers for hundreds of pounds a pair.
A family-run cake business in Birmingham faces financial ruin after a single one-star review falsely accusing them of racism causes bookings to collapse overnight.
Discover how 1West is transforming the lending landscape for small businesses with its cutting-edge financial platform, offering faster approvals and competitive rates.
Discover how Raylo Business is revolutionising tech leasing for SMEs with flexible, budget-friendly plans starting at £2.16 per month—no hidden costs!
The Irish government is evaluating a €1.4bn aid package to assist small and medium-sized businesses impacted by rising costs, with potential measures including grants and commercial rate cuts.
Labour leader Keir Starmer announces bold plans to protect small businesses from crippling late payments, promising stricter enforcement and transparency.