Rising employment costs and the pressure on UK businesses

Over the past week, one topic has dominated discussion among UK businesses, rising employment costs and the difficult decisions they are forcing on employers. This issue is particularly visible in the retail and hospitality sectors, but the underlying pressures apply...

Protecting cash flow in uncertain economic times

Many UK businesses are trading through a period of prolonged economic uncertainty. Costs remain high, consumer confidence is fragile, and access to finance is tighter than it was only a few years ago. In this environment, protecting cash flow and maintaining adequate...