The Asia Cup Polo International Day will be hosting its 20th Anniversary Weekend from Friday 26th June to Sunday 28th June 2026 at Winkfield. The event enjoys Royal Patronage from the Jaipur Royal family who have played in many of the International matches both in England and India. The Asia Cup Polo International Day is able to offer partners the opportunity to associate their brand with the unique image of the game and to access the very affluent people who play and watch polo. This is not just one of the world’s richest communities, it is also one of the…

Currys Business has helped Winchesters Lettings, a leading property management company based in Aberdeen, simplify appliance replacement and delivery across its 1,100-property portfolio. By combining a personalised local service with seamless CRM integration, Currys Business has improved speed, reliability and tenant experience, enabling Winchesters Lettings to operate more efficiently at scale.   Tackling Existing Challenges Winchesters Lettings had been relying on a mix of suppliers that were designed for one-off consumer purchases, rather than the complex requirements of a large-scale management company. As a result, the business suffered from inefficiencies, limits to communication and support, and recurring delivery issues which can create challenges for tenants.…

UK public sector procurement spending reached £434 billion in 2024/25, a rise of £19 billion on the previous year. The largest increase was in the health sector, with HM Treasury budgets indicating a further 13 per cent rise in 2025/26. For health and social care providers, from domiciliary care and supported living organisations to patient transport and SEND assessment services, the figures suggest that a sustained period of contract activity is on the horizon. However, a surge in procurement spending doesn’t automatically translate into accessible opportunities for all providers. Executive Compass, a bid and tender writing specialist, examines what the redistribution of health…

More companies are set to be freed of liability to check if contractors fall in or outside of IR35 under regulations. Freelancers must be prepared to price accordingly.  Vincent Huguet, CEO and Co-Founder of Malt, the leading platform for freelance talent in Europe, welcomes the new changes but warns companies – and freelancers – not to become complacent. Changes to IR35 coming into play from April 2026, including company size threshold changes and the introduction of the PAYE set off mechanism, are set to change the game for thousands of scaling businesses. IR35, a UK tax legislation designed to ensure…

Professional speaker and generational communication expert Alastair Greener will welcome delegates at a major UK speaking conference in Leeds this April, as part of his role as President of the Professional Speaking Association (PSA) UK & Ireland. The PSA’s spring conference, IMPACT! 2026, takes place on Saturday April 18 at The Studio in Leeds and brings together speakers, trainers, coaches and communication professionals from across the UK. Alastair has been involved in shaping the event and will open the day. The conference comes shortly after Alastair returned from Australia, where he represented the UK at the Global Speakers Summit in…

An estimated 132,000 UK businesses had their company size reclassified following the introduction of the new thresholds last April – resulting in thousands of companies becoming exempt from mandatory audits. Yet, one year on, smaller businesses continue to opt for this higher level of financial scrutiny. Fred Norman, director of audit compliance at Harold Sharp accountancy, explains why smaller businesses are volunteering for audits. Over the past 12 months, as many as 132,000 businesses in the UK have seen their business classification shift to lower entity size categories following the Government’s new company size thresholds. It aimed to cut complexity…

As Rachel Reeves calls for “radical” welfare reform, the figures point to a wider and more complex picture. It was recently reported that by 24 March 2026, British workers had already lost more than five million working days to mental ill-health. That figure does not represent a quarter, but the first few weeks of the year alone. Alongside this, £4 billion has been spent on disability benefits linked to mental health conditions in the past year, with projections suggesting total spending on sickness and disability support could exceed £100 billion by 2030. These are significant numbers that understandably demand attention. The question is how…

Former England rugby league international Eorl Crabtree has cemented the position of Birmingham-based Midlands Hurricanes in just 12 months as Managing Director, tripling commercial income and signing a 20-year venue agreement that secures professional rugby league in the city for the next two decades. Crabtree, who played 423 professional games and represented England 13 times before retiring in 2016, credits the 90% government-funded Help to Grow: Management Course for giving him the confidence to take on the role and build something lasting for Birmingham. The 43-year-old had spent his entire 17-year playing career at Huddersfield Giants, followed by seven years…

The Loo of the Year Awards has announced a new partnership with the Independent Washroom Suppliers Association (IWSA), marking a significant step in recognising the wider supply chain that supports high standards in washroom facilities across the UK. The collaboration will see the introduction of new awards specifically for IWSA members, shining a light on the businesses and individuals who provide the equipment, products and services that help venues maintain exceptional washroom standards. Run by Becky Wall BEM and her husband Charles Wall, the Loo of the Year Awards has spent almost four decades celebrating excellence in ‘away from home’…

Donald Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC in a Florida court has captured global headlines. While the celebrity drama is big, the BBC’s Motion to Dismiss (filed 16 March 2026) is a masterclass in international jurisdiction. Dr Vasileios Adamidis, Associate Professor at Nottingham Law School explains why for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this case is a practical roadmap for managing risk when your content or products cross digital borders. The Jurisdictional Threshold: “Purposeful Availment” The BBC’s main defence is that a Florida court has no personal jurisdiction over it. Under the 1945 Supreme Court case International Shoe Co.…

Spain’s longstanding reputation as a retirement hotspot for British expats is shifting, with a growing number of working-age professionals relocating there to work, according to new analysis by Agility EOR. The global employment specialist analysed migration and labor data, finding that younger professionals are increasingly replacing retirees as the main drivers of British migration to Spain, drawn by remote work opportunities, lower living costs, and a high quality of life. A New Generation of Expats This generational shift comes as Spain experiences its strongest labor market in over ten years, with total employment now exceeding 22 million people. Foreign nationals…

For many small and medium-sized business owners, the end of the tax year on 5th April represents one of the most important dates in the financial calendar. It’s a time when businesses review and reflect on their performance, finalise accounts and start to prepare for tax returns. For some companies this also ties in with the end of their financial year. In the run-up to the 5th April deadline, many SME owners will be focused on boosting revenue and closing deals before the year ends. While increasing sales is important, it’s critical to look at the tax planning opportunities that arise at…

Darlington is ranked the best town or city to work for a small business in Britain, toppling last year’s leader Newcastle, according to new research released today by iwoca, one of Europe’s largest SME lenders. iwoca’s ‘Top 25 Towns & Cities for SME Jobs’ list ranks areas using ONS data on average wage, commute, job density, house price, and growth of the number of small businesses – all criteria that jobseekers look for in employment. The analysis reveals Darlington, Norwich, and Worcester as the top three areas to consider living in if you want to work for a small business.…

Food contamination stories have a habit of making headlines — and for good reason. They strike at the heart of consumer trust. A recent example involving MOMA’s porridge and reports of mice contamination has once again put product safety, manufacturing processes and legal responsibility firmly in the spotlight. For UK SMEs operating in manufacturing, food production or product distribution, these incidents are more than just news — they are cautionary tales with real commercial implications. Where Things Go Wrong Product contamination rarely stems from a single failure. In most cases, it is the result of multiple breakdowns across the supply…

The government’s Infrastructure Pipeline sets out 780 projects worth £530 billion over the next ten years, covering  transport, energy, education and healthcare.   For UK construction firms, this represents a significant pipeline of opportunity. However, the sector recorded more insolvencies than any other UK industry in 2025, with almost 4,000 firms collapsing. This contrast highlights a critical point: a strong pipeline does not guarantee commercial viability. With construction costs forecast to rise by 15 per cent over the next five years and tender prices expected to increase alongside them, successful contractors will be those who balance opportunity with disciplined pricing and robust risk management. Experts at Executive…

Stiltz Homelifts has secured official recognition as a Great Place To Work®, highlighting its commitment to a people-first culture. Headquartered in Kingswinford, West Midlands, the award‑winning homelift specialist has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and leadership behaviours. The certification, which is based entirely on employees’ views, saw 75% of Stiltz Homelifts’ employees saying it was a great place to work when surveyed earlier this year – a figure that sits 21 points above the average UK company. Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent,…