The UK Government has published its Autumn Budget, here are some key points: from April 2022 the National Living Wage will increase from £8.91 an hour to £9.50 fuel duty will remain frozen for a 12th year a 5% tax cut on draft beer and cider served from containers over 40 litres flights between airports in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be subject to a new reduced rate of Air Passenger Duty from...
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Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is a collection of tens of thousands of events, activities and competitions each November that inspire millions to explore their potential as an entrepreneur while fostering connections with investors, researchers, policymakers and other startup champions. This year’s takes place from 8 November to 14 November 2021. For further information please visit the GEW website.
This UK Government consultation, which applies to Wales, Scotland and England, seeks views from individuals and businesses on proposals to reform flexible working regulations. Flexible working can be particularly valuable for those who need to balance their personal lives with their working lives, including those with caring responsibilities. It can also bring benefits to employers – attracting more applicants and increasing productivity and motivation levels among staff. In 2003, legislation came into force which provided...
The coronavirus pandemic has had significant consequences for every aspect of our daily lives, but the world of work in particular has been turned utterly upside down. With mass redundancies, extended furlough periods, and a looming sense of uncertainty, large swathes of the UK workforce have opted to take their careers into their own hands and learn a trade. Over the past year or so, I’ve met people from all walks of life—including chefs, taxi...
COP Cymru is a series of events that provide an opportunity for stakeholders and everyone in Wales to engage in important conversations about climate change through: the launch of the new Net Zero Wales Plan on 28 October where Ministers will set out the next stage in our pathway (2021 to 2025) to net zero by 2050. four Regional Roadshow events across Wales (between 4 and 10 November) highlighting examples of best practice and allowing...
The UK Government has partnered with Lloyd’s to deliver the Live Events Reinsurance Scheme. The scheme will see the UK Government act as a ‘reinsurer’ – stepping in with a guarantee to make sure insurers can offer the products events companies need. This scheme will support live events across the UK that are open to the general public – such as music festivals and business events. It will cover costs incurred in the event of...
The Small Business Saturday bus tour will be travelling across the UK, calling at 20 different towns and cities over 5 weeks, from 1 November to 1 December 2021. Here are the locations for the stops in Wales: Colwyn Bay – 12 November 2021 Cardiff – 18 November 2021 The tour will provide advice and information to small business and sessions are free however they must be pre-booked. For further information please visit the Small...
The social business sector has shown remarkable resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only did the sector manage to absorb the economic stress and maintain critical functionality, but many businesses expanded their social objectives to meet the needs created by the pandemic. The latest report into the Social Business Sector in Wales provides evidence of the sector’s responsiveness to the pandemic and the role it had in attempting to mitigate some of the harmful social...
Transport and logistics is one of the biggest sectors in the entire world, with a host of very different types of careers on offer. There is a high demand for people to work in the transport and logistics sector. If you are an employer, you may also be able to get support. Support available could include the following programmes: The ReAct programme can also help employers who wish to recruit an eligible individual with a...
Beat the festive rush and get all your letters and parcels in the post on time. Ongoing Covid restrictions, reduced air and freight capacity, high volumes and winter weather conditions are all impacting transportation and local delivery across the globe. Allow plenty of time for posting and post items and gifts for Christmas early, particularly for International deliveries: Friday 17 December 2021 – Royal Mail Bulk Mail Economy Saturday 18 December 2021 – 2nd Class...