As the UK prepares to head into another lockdown, Jimmy Williams of Urban Jungle raises concerns about younger employees. He explains why his business is now putting money into mental health, rather than team socials When I founded Urban Jungle I was always determined to be
It’s not uncommon to find individuals, often in senior positions, within organisations who deliver great results but do so in a manner that’s seriously at odds with the values of the organisation. And truth be told, the behaviours that these people demonstrate can also be lacking
Tech unicorn Octopus Energy Group today announces the acquisition of Upside Energy, a leading energy software company based in Manchester. The move establishes the base of UK energy pioneer Octopus’s new technology innovation centre, first announced during a visit by the Prime Minister and the
The Treasury is extending its emergency business loan scheme and will allow firms to “top up” their borrowing as part of new rules meant to keep businesses afloat during England’s second lockdown. UK firms will now have until the end of January to apply for emergency
Bounty, the parenting club which has distributed samples of baby products to generations of new mums, is on the brink of insolvency after seeing one of its main revenue streams cut off by the coronavirus pandemic. It is understood that Bounty is preparing to confirm a
The owner of Primark has warned that fresh coronavirus closures enforced on the discount fashion chain will result in a £375m hit from lost sales. Associated British Foods (ABF) was among the first public companies to declare an expected loss as businesses count the cost of
Britain’s biggest airport is preparing to launch a legal challenge to the Treasury’s move to end VAT rebates for tourists, arguing that it will intensify the crisis afflicting the coronavirus-battered retail industry. It is understood that Heathrow Airport is leading plans for a judicial review of
Industry leaders have warned of a bleak winter as companies across England brace for a “truly devastating” nationwide lockdown starting this week. Economists yesterday downgraded their forecasts for the UK and executives steeled themselves for a “bumpy ride” after pubs, shops, hairdressers, cinemas and theme parks
The Coronavirus pandemic had affected everyone in some way. Students and teachers have had it especially hard. Managing students is never easy, so trying to do that from a distance can be quite the challenge, especially if you’re not as technologically advanced as they might be. Students
Cannabis is banned in many countries due to the side effects of the plant. Of course, it is a drastic measure to keep the citizens from getting addicted to the plant-based drug. Millions of reports have suggested that people are suffering from side effects of the
The idea of a virtual office is not an entirely new concept. It is, however, highly underrated. With the rise of COVID-19 though, it is currently rising in popularity as more and more offices promote a work-from-home set up for the safety of their employees. Additionally,
Becoming a successful entrepreneur looks a lot like becoming an artist or a famous writer. There isn’t a set roadmap to building a new business and becoming successful. You need to be willing to take some risks and to blaze your own path if you want