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The UK property pockets where house prices are up 400%+ in two decades, 100% in the last decade alone
The latest research by lettings and sale agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that London has seen the largest increase in house prices of all UK regions in the last decade, up 83% and a huge 308% since...2020-02-24 2040 0 -
Grant fund of £311,000 to support community groups
Community and voluntary groups in Sandwell will be able to apply for grants under a two-year £311,000 funding scheme. Sandwell Council’s cabinet is being asked to approve funding for Sandwell Council of Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) to...2020-02-19 1168 0 -
Inc & Co Group acquires Laundrapp
Inc & Co Group has announced today its acquisition of the operations of Laundrapp, the U.K.’s largest on-demand laundry service. Laundrapp provides a fast, efficient and premium laundry & dry cleaning service via their award-winning app...2020-02-18 1741 0 -
WHY OFFICES NEED TO BE PREPARED FOR INCOMING COLD FRONT
Companies across the UK and Ireland are being urged to prepare offices ahead of the predicted icy conditions and snow, following weather warnings from the Met Office today. Office Depot is warning facilities and office managers...2020-02-17 1581 0 -
The most dangerous trade professions and jobs in Britain revealed and safety tips for amateur DIYers
The latest research by tradesperson comparison site, HaMuch.com, has found that the skilled trade occupations account for the highest rate of non-fatal injuries as a percentage of all injuries sustained since 2016 and with Spring approaching leading to...2020-02-12 1533 0 -
75% of businesses surveyed say disabled people face barriers when job hunting
Just 53% of businesses actively seek and welcome disabled candidates – despite the fact that 73% say that are currently facing skills shortages. That is according to a survey of 392 employers undertaken by one of...2020-02-11 1601 0 -
Businesses that take advice at the right time become more successful than those that don’t
The founder of an independent branding and design agency has been recognised for the outstanding work he does to help small businesses grow. Sukhy Singh Cheema, founder of Branding London, from Finchley, was named UK’s Top Branding and Design...2020-02-10 1874 0 -
Age is only a number – the expert guide on how to overcome career fear and find genuine happiness
New research from Think Forward Consulting has revealed that 75% of people in the UK are unhappy within their role. In a survey of almost 1500 workers, the findings were reflective of a largely unsatisfied workforce....2020-02-05 2396 0 -
Why we’re promoting local apprenticeships
As National Apprenticeship Week 2020 (February 3-7) gets underway, Cllr Tristan Chatfield, Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, writes on a new council policy that aims to boost the prospects of potential apprentices from Birmingham… As...2020-02-04 1338 0 -
Build to Rent Sector Continues to Grow
Escalating prices of private homes lead to a surge in construction of rental properties The private rental market is set to grow to 22 percent by 2023. High property prices and difficulties saving for a mortgage...2020-02-03 1476 0