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Smart technology in cleantech to be a 'game changer'
The subject of making cities becoming more environmentally friendly was top of the agenda at the Sustainability/Cleantech Stream panel at Tech Tour Solutions 2012.
Retail figures increase not in line with yearly target
September has seen a slight improvement in depressed retail figures, the Confederation of British Industry says.
Pay deals inch closer to inflation level
The median basic pay increase in the private sector has risen by 2.5 per cent over the three months to the end of August, new figures show.
New business bank will not aim to displace existing institutions
A fresh tranche of business lending worth £10 billion is set to be made available with the creation of a new business bank.
More cash could unlock 500,000 new jobs says online lender
Easier access to bank cash could lead to the hiring of 500,000 new staff amongst small businesses in the UK, according to peer-to-peer lender Funding Circle.
Entrepreneurs to be given easier on-ramp to London capital markets
The UK government is joining forces with the London Stock Exchange in an effort to make entry to the public market easier for entrepreneurs.
New Takeover Code sees bid periods halved
A year on from the implementation of a new Takeover Code in the UK, new findings show that 57 bidders have been subjected to a 'put up or shut up' deadline.
ABFA reacts to profiteering claims and says accusations are ‘inaccurate’
The Asset Based Finance Association has responded to accusations made regarding profits made by members by describing them as 'unfair'.
Employment law not ‘fit for purpose’ say UK firms
A week on from business secretary Vince Cable's employment law changes, new statistics show that only one in ten businesses believe that the current employment legislation is adequate.
‘Informal economy’ a reality for UK entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs in the UK are bypassing the traditional method of registering a company early, a new report finds.
Technology sector hits new highs in VC investments
The second quarter of 2012 has seen a rise in the amount of venture capital investments made in UK technology firms, new statistics show.
‘Millennials’ lead charge of entrepreneurial spirit
The proportion of young people who harbour desires to start their own business jumped by 12 per cent over the 12 years to 2010.
Tougher fines for competition law says Office of Fair Trading
Firms will face stiffer penalties for breaching competition laws under new regulations set out by the Office of Fair Trading.
Government aims to reduce ‘elf ‘n safety’ regulations
Businesses such as shops, offices and pubs will no longer have to deal with health and safety inspections under new plans unveiled by the government.
European productivity falls despite UK effort
Output in Europe has fallen for the fifth consecutive month despite the UK's best attempt to reverse the decline.
UK M&A hits the buffers but experts predict improvement
Merger and acquisition activity in the UK has remained low after second quarter figures for UK-to-UK deals shows that transactions fell by 39 per cent.
Olympics fail to ignite the fortunes of UK retailers
The Olympics has failed to produce a rise in sales for mid-tier retailers, despite a record haul of medals for the Great Britain team.
EIS interest sees figures climb by 18 per cent
The amount raised by businesses in the UK through the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) has risen to £611 million.
IT firms reaping the benefit of private equity
Information technology businesses listed on the public markets are not achieving the same valuations as counterparts in the private equity and trade sectors, new research shows.
Minority of SMEs bullish about future prospects
Small and medium sized businesses in the UK are divided in opinion regarding the future state of company performance, research shows.
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