Monthly Archives: November 2016

UK workers secretly dread their work Christmas party

If you dread your work Christmas party you’re not alone, as new research reveals that one in six can’t think of anything worse than the annual festive do. Bursting with stale mince pies and bad music, these traditionally alcohol-fuelled events fill so many with fear that 19 per cent of people have lie to try
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Can retailers keep up with growing e-commerce delivery demands?

Black Friday 2015 saw a tipping point in peak trading where we witnessed the UK’s first £1 billion online shopping day. This year the stakes are even higher. Those in the retail and logistics industry are being urged to prepare for five days of peak trading in November with industry experts predicting a £5 billion
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UK workers have no idea how much their employer contributes to their pension

As we mark Financial Capacity Week, Just Retirement reveals that 58 per cent of people have no idea how much their employer contributes to their pension and 43 per cent would battle to identify how much they contribute themselves. New research on more than 3,000 people over the age of 21 suggests that while people
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UK small businesses plan to reduce costs in 2017

Some 58 per cent of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will be prioritising reducing costs in the New Year, according to a study by Liberis. Business owners prioritise reducing costs over expanding their business or developing the skills of their staff. Survey respondents also mention Brexit, rising costs and Donald Trump as challenges that
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