As a long-standing vet and accomplished canine nutritionist who advises countless pet producers about the nutritional make-up of their mass-market dog foods, Dr Veneta is only too aware how the festive season can unintentionally wreak havoc on a dog’s delicate stomach on account of unwise titbits, excessive under the table gifting and shameless carpet hoovering. Over the years Veneta’s award-winning Kent practice has been littered with tales of overweight dogs in dangerously poor health on account of poor diet choices, excessive treat provision OR a worrying lack of awareness amongst uneducated dog owners with regards what their pet’s ideal weight…
Author: Greg Robinson
The Prime Minister will use his trip to the G20 in Brazil this week to strengthen ties with the world’s leading economic powers to drive growth and deliver for the British people at home. He will say that building pragmatic partnerships with other countries, even where our values differ, is crucial in order to advance the UK’s national interests and galvanise proper progress on the global challenges we face. This year’s G20 summit takes place in an increasingly volatile context, with Putin’s barbaric invasion of Ukraine entering its 1,000th day this week, and ongoing conflict in the Middle East and beyond.…
Sue Azari, Industry Lead eCommerce, AppsFlyer provides some insight into the tips, tricks and strategies for mobile app success this Black Friday As new global eCommerce players expand their influence in both European and US markets, traditional SME brands are having to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape. These platforms have gained traction by offering ultra-low prices, fast product turnarounds, and leveraging viral social media trends to create demand in real-time. This shift is reshaping consumer expectations, prompting established brands to rethink their strategies, particularly for major retail events like Black Friday. We are already seeing a significant evolution in strategies…
At yesterday’s (14th November) Mansion House speech, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, announced that Aegon UK and NatWest Cushon, have agreed to work with the new British Growth Partnership with a view to making investments in the initial fund, as the Partnership prepares for launch in 2025, subject to regulatory approval. Announced at the International Investment Summit, the British Business Bank will establish the British Growth Partnership, subject to regulatory approval, encouraging more UK pension fund and other institutional investment into the UK’s fastest growing, most innovative companies. The initial fund will seek to…
Leading UK travel inclusion expert and founder of Sargent Group Consulting, Dr. Carol Sargent, was invited as the sole UK representative to speak at the International Aged Care Conference in Bali and attend a leadership retreat held at the Aashaya Jasri Resort in Bali. Invited as the only UK expert, Carol delivered a key presentation on the significance of travel for the dementia community and then participated in the leadership retreat at the newly refurbished resort, which she describes as a “pioneering model of accessible tourism.” Carol was also asked to review the resort, a groundbreaking fully dementia-inclusive, accessible holiday…
Paul Day, managing director of Filestream, a leading document management specialist based in Berkshire, is gearing up to take part in the iconic London Marathon 2025. The ambitious challenge comes as Paul aims to raise funds and awareness for Helen & Douglas House, a South West children’s hospice and charity. This isn’t the first time Paul has taken on a marathon of a challenge. In 2023, he participated in the world’s first-ever Skyscraper Challenge in London, where he ran up over 1,000 stairs to the 42nd floor of The Cheesegrater, all for charity. He trained for months and lost six…
Kate Usher, a renowned menopause expert and the founder of Menopause in Business, has been awarded Silver for the Best Solopreneur Award at the Best Businesswomen Awards, the largest awards programme dedicated to celebrating women in business across the UK. This event celebrates outstanding women in business, and Kate’s recognition reflects her commitment to raising awareness and creating supportive environments for women experiencing menopause. The Best Solopreneur category recognises trailblazing female entrepreneurs who operate as sole proprietors, highlighting their success in establishing and running impactful businesses. Through her consultancy, Menopause in Business, Kate helps organisations become more menopause-inclusive, advocating for…
As business owners encourage employees back to the office, whether full-time or on a flexible-working basis, the look, feel, and comfort of the workplace matters more than ever. The transition back to pre-Covid working patterns, has been met with mixed reactions. Hybrid working has highlighted efficiencies in team operations, such as improved work life balance and reduced commute times. These benefits have prompted employers to evaluate and optimise their work practices, and understand how best their employees work. However, maintaining an inviting and well appointed office still remains important. When face-to-face interaction is necessary, a thoughtfully designed workspace ensures that…
The UK is grappling with a quiet burnout epidemic that is eroding the mental health of our workforce and harming productivity. And it’s getting worse. Fixing this should be an urgent priority for business leaders and HR teams around the country. But it shouldn’t require paying for an expensive wellness consultant. Kevin Fitzgerald, UK Managing Director at Employment Hero looks at how bad the problem is and my ideas for fixing it. The smouldering rise of burnout The numbers are startling. Employment Hero’s Wellbeing at Work report revealed that a staggering 65% of UK workers have experienced burnout in the…
Duncan Jackson, CEO of Buckles Solicitors, explores the Murdoch legal dispute in depth, highlighting the critical lessons it offers to family businesses. He outlines the essential steps every family enterprise should take to avoid the pitfalls of power struggles and ensure long-term stability. Rupert Murdoch, the 93-year-old media mogul behind the global media giants News Corp and Fox, is now at the centre of a legal dispute that could determine the future leadership of his £14.9 billion family trust. The case, which has drawn parallels to the popular TV show Succession, highlights the intricate challenges of succession planning within family…