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Jan 15, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
With the Government Budget introducing changes such as National Insurance Contributions rising, the National Living Wage increasing by 6.7% and Capital Gains Tax hikes coming into effect (gov.uk, Oct 2024), UK businesses are facing significant financial pressure. Add to that the growing costs of recruitment, and maintaining a healthy profit has become more challenging than ever. Gravity Office Interiors believe that organisations can find immediate relief by re-evaluating their office space.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
Sponsored ContentJames HawksworthCorporate partner at Shakespeare Martineau James Hawkeswood demonstrates how businesses can be a force for good. One of the things that attracted me to Shakespeare Martineau was its strong culture, believing business could be both purposeful and profitable, with one often leading to the other.
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Jan 13, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
Paul Stout and Jeremy Richards at PKF Francis Clark in Southampton look at the funding options for businesses with growth ambitions. The last decade has been challenging for UK businesses, with unprecedented economic shocks, the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chain shortages, soaring inflation and high energy prices caused by the invasion of Ukraine.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
Byline: Stephen Emerson, Managing Editor. Employee benefits play a vital role in cementing company culture, retaining staff and alleviating budgetary pressures. The Business Magazine, in partnership with reward and benefit advisers Isio, held a working lunch with human resources professionals from some of the Thames Valley’s largest companies at The Roseate in central Reading to discuss how the space is evolving.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
David Gray is an electrician-turned-entrepreneur from Northern Ireland who invented a new power tool that would change the lives of electricians worldwide. His inventions – the ViperClip and the ViperClip Gun – make fastening electrical cables during construction quicker, easier, and safer compared to traditionally used cable clips that are hammered in.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Eleanor Collins |Steve Banbury
By Eleanor CollinsThe property finance industry offers immense opportunities for young professionals eager to make their mark. From accountancy to real estate, the industry encompasses a broad range of skills. Yet, entering this dynamic sector can feel daunting without proper guidance. Mentorship and supportive colleagues play a pivotal role in helping newcomers navigate complexities, transforming potential into meaningful success.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
Stephen Orris and Jon RobertsSponsored ContentStephen Orris and Jon RobertsFor many owner-managed businesses, success relies on founders’ entrepreneurial spirit and ambition. Their dedication includes investment of hard work and capital. However, there often comes a time where additional funding can be a catalyst to accelerate growth. Identifying available funding isn’t always the challenge – it’s deciding which option to go for.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
While last year’s Autumn Budget saw Labour stick to their plans to not increase income tax rates, national insurance and VAT for individuals, the brunt of the tax changes made will be felt by entrepreneurs and SME’s, writes Patrick King, Tax Partner, MHA. The tax changes announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, dealt a triple blow to entrepreneurs and SMEs with increases in employers’ national insurance, national minimum wage and an absence of any corporate tax cuts.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
The Government’s proposed Modern Industrial Strategy aims to drive growth by beingpro-business and pro-jobs. However, the fiscal policies announced in the Autumn Budget may mean we’re driving forward with the handbrake on. When I was small, I woke up one day to see our neighbour’s car was parked in the living room of the house opposite. A steep drive and the poor application of a handbrake were to blame.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
thebusinessmagazine.co.uk | Steve Banbury
One year on from his appointment as BDO’s regional managing partner, Steve Le Bas explains how the firm is investing in Central South for the long-term. BDO has signed a 15-year lease and invested into an office refurbishment to provide the home for its 260-strong team and support future growth ambitions.
