Accountant Blames Romance Scam for £400k Fraud
Tony Stitt, 78, stole £400k from a professor's will meant for charity, blaming a South Asian romance fraud. He avoided jail due to health issues.
Category : Small Business
UK Businesses Adopt Year-to-Year Planning Amid Political Flux
A new survey reveals nearly 80% of British employers can only plan workforce strategies 12 months ahead due to political shifts, regulatory changes, and rising employment costs.
Betting on Catastrophe: Prediction Markets Rise
Prediction markets let users bet on everything from sports to world events like US attacks. Saahil Desai explains their growth and media concerns.
Revolut Ramps Up Legal Hiring Amid Expansion Drive
Digital banking giant Revolut is significantly expanding its legal department, hiring over 20 new lawyers globally to navigate regulatory challenges and support its aggressive international growth strategy.
China Bans Hidden Car Door Handles
China will prohibit hidden door handles on new electric vehicles from 2027, requiring mechanical releases for safety after incidents of passengers being trapped.
PJT Partners Raises Pay and Headcount as Fees Jump 14%
PJT Partners, a leading financial advisory firm, has increased employee compensation and expanded its workforce following a 14% rise in advisory fees, reflecting strong performance in the UK market.
Teya Fintech Launches in Spain and Italy
London-based fintech Teya launches operations in Spain and Italy, targeting small business markets as part of its European expansion strategy.
Skadden Hires Latham Lawyer for London Litigation Team
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has strengthened its London litigation practice by hiring a partner from Latham & Watkins, enhancing its capabilities in high-stakes disputes.
Parcel2Go £25 Free Postage Credit for Sellers
Online marketplace sellers can claim £25 of free postage credit from Parcel2Go with no sign-up fees, contracts, or monthly subscriptions required.
GM Purple Tomatoes Approved for Australian Sale
Purple Bliss tomatoes, genetically modified to contain anthocyanin pigments from snapdragon genes, have received regulatory approval for sale in Australia as fresh produce.
Crowdfunding Transforms Australian Charity Donations
Nearly 20% of Australians now make their first charitable donation via GoFundMe, as tax-deductible giving declines, sparking debates on fairness and effectiveness in the charity sector.
Beauty Salons Warn of Permanent Closure Over Rates
The British Beauty Council warns hair and beauty salons may shut permanently due to devastating business rate hikes, calling for urgent government intervention similar to pub support.
Barry M Makeup Brand on Brink of Collapse
British cosmetics favourite Barry M could enter administration as it seeks financial restructuring, putting over 100 London jobs at risk after 44 years on shelves.
UK Rental Giants Electrify Fleets Amid EV Boom
British rental companies are rapidly replacing petrol and diesel vehicles with electric and hybrid models, driven by record EV sales, government mandates, and changing consumer preferences.
Jackery Power Station £450 Cheaper on Amazon
Amazon has dramatically reduced the price of Jackery's Explorer 1000 V2 portable power station to under £500, offering significant savings just in time for spring outdoor adventures.
Julius Baer Profit Falls 25% in Tough Market
Swiss private bank Julius Baer has announced a 25% decline in net profit for the first half of 2024, citing volatile markets and client caution as key factors.
Pub Gives 5% Cash Discount to Fight Card Fees
A Herefordshire landlord introduces a 5% discount for cash payments to offset rising card transaction costs, as pubs face financial pressures nationwide.
Peanut Butter Raises: Lazy Pay Increases in 2026
A new report predicts many employers will use across-the-board 'peanut butter raises' in 2026, sparking debate on performance-based pay and employee feedback.
Teen Freelancer Becomes CEO of £100k+ Business
Tom Lewis started freelancing at 15, grew to earn £20k monthly, co-founded an agency with Steven Bartlett, and now runs a seven-figure company from Dubai.
Mumsnet Founder Roberts in Talks to Sell Stake
Justine Roberts, founder of the parenting platform Mumsnet, is negotiating with private equity investors to sell a stake in the business she launched in 2000, which now has 8 million monthly users.
How Referral Schemes Can Pay Off for UK Consumers
A comprehensive guide to UK referral schemes across banking, energy, broadband, and lifestyle sectors, highlighting rewards and important consumer considerations.
Post Office Horizon Scheme Closure Leaves Thousands at Risk
The Post Office is closing its main Horizon compensation scheme, potentially leaving thousands of eligible operators without redress as hundreds of claims continue to arrive monthly.
UK Car Buyers Secure Major Discounts Approaching £6,000
New data reveals UK car buyers are benefiting from substantial discounts averaging £5,911, with electric vehicles seeing 12.9% reductions amid competitive market pressures.
15% of England's Food Delivery Firms Are 'Dark Kitchens'
New research from UK universities finds one in seven food businesses on major delivery platforms operate as 'dark kitchens' without storefronts, raising public health and regulatory concerns.
Ninja Air Fryer Drops to £149.99 in £50-Off Deal
Ninja's popular DZ300UK dual zone air fryer sees a significant price reduction to £149.99, offering families a versatile cooking solution with smart sync technology.
Shark Vacuum £150 Off in Pay Day Deal
Shark's cordless self-emptying vacuum cleaner has been reduced by £150 in a limited-time pay day sale, offering innovative cleaning tech at a discounted price.
Bentley Continental GT S 2026: New Performance Model
Bentley introduces the 2026 Continental GT S, a performance-focused model inspired by the Supersports, featuring a 680hp hybrid V8, advanced chassis tech, and bespoke styling.
Vodafone Business Broadband: 12 Months Half Price
Vodafone Business launches a major broadband promotion, offering 50% off selected fibre packages for the first 12 months, ideal for small UK businesses.
CarPlan Demon Shine Hits Record Low on Amazon
CarPlan's Demon Shine instant car polish has dropped to its lowest-ever price on Amazon at just £3.77 per litre, offering a quick and effective solution for protecting and shining vehicle paintwork.
Liberty Steel Hartlepool Pipes Unit Accelerated Sale
Liberty Steel's Hartlepool-based pipes division, supplying BP and Shell, is up for sale with bids due by 10 February as Sanjeev Gupta's empire dismantling continues.
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