Back to the office. What does it mean for your mental wellness? With life seemingly returning to a version of ‘normal’, HR and mental health experts, along with bodies including ACAS and the TUC, agree that keeping employees ‘in the loop’ is key to a successful transition out of lockdown. But how safe are the … Back to the office. Read More »

At the cashflow coalface As May turns to June businesses arrive at a place that many could not forsee and envisage. Furlough payments have started to flow, CBILS and Bounce Back Loans have been applied for and in most cases received. Businesses now face the challenge of managing their cashflow in difficult times. Prioritising key … At the cashflow coalface Read More »

HMRC ‘whistle-blower’ service highlights furlough fraud The Coronavirus pandemic has created the need for the Government to introduce emergency measures. There have been new laws, schemes and regulations to protect citizens and businesses from the far reaching consequences of Covid-19. However, loopholes and opportunities for fraud have quickly been identified by the unscrupulous – especially … ‘Whistle-blower’ service highlights furlough fraud Read More »

Hospitality sector challenges due to the Coronavirus The hospitality industry currently faces a challenge, the likes of which it has not seen before That is staggering in itself when you consider that in 2018 alone there were 1442 restaurant insolvencies. Also in that same period more than 900 pubs closed their doors for the last … Adapting to life beyond COVID19 in the hospitality industry starts now Read More »

In times of crisis, we can all make mistakes. Anyone, from history’s greatest leaders to a trainee that started yesterday, has made mistakes under pressure. We now find ourselves in a time of unprecedented national crisis, which puts every one of us under great pressure. Businesses and livelihoods are threatened – we are here to … How to get the best from businesssupport.co.uk resources Read More »

Are your professional advisors fully supporting you? This article considers your relationship with your professional advisors. These include bankers, accountants, bookkeepers, solicitors and financial advisors such as insurance and pension advisors. You will be relying on these firms and individuals to use their expertise and knowledge base to help you achieve your strategic and financial … How to get the best from your Professional Advisors? Read More »

How can small businesses plan for reopening? Whilst all the media focus is on the ‘high street brands’ these same issues also affect small businesses. We explore the steps owners of small shops and retail units should be taking now to prepare for what comes after the great reopening of retail. Which small businesses will … How can small businesses plan for reopening? Read More »