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The NatWest everywoman Awards

Jun 05 2008

The NatWest everywoman Awards celebrates inspirational business women who have achieved significant success.

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Free event for London’s women who mean business

Advisory body Business Link London will be hosting a free event for female entrepreneurs as part of its We Mean Business campaign.

Legal pay action 'takes time'

Female workers seeking to take legal action over unequal pay should bear in mind the time a discrimination case will take.

Gender pay gap is 'women's choice'

The public should make less of a song and dance about the gender pay gap, as most of it is due to choices made by each side, a new report states.

Mum's the word for SMEs

An increase in mothers returning to work due to the recession could represent a cost-saving opportunity for small businesses, says an employment site.

Companies 'need to employ more women'

More firms should employ women on their boards as these companies tend to be more profitable, according to a government minister.

Women still paid unfairly

If you think the pay gap between the sexes is closing, then think again. Research by Smallbusiness.co.uk shows that women are still finishing second best when it comes to salaries.

More flexible working will be demanded by women

More women want a job which fits into looking after their families and are making a 'massive call for change' in working practices, a source predicts.

Female entrepreneurs to be 'empowered'

Budding female entrepreneurs are set to be 'empowered ... to make their dreams a reality' at special events this autumn.

Maternity benefits to hit SMEs

Changes in maternity benefits coming into force next month will amount to a huge extra financial burden for small businesses, says an employment law specialist.

Corporate business lacks flexibility, say working mums

Three quarters of working mothers feel that British business is not committed to flexible working arrangements, according to a survey conducted by advisory group Mums in Control.

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Sweet success: Charlotte and Lynne Fudge

After finishing her degree Charlotte Fudge started mail order biscuits company Biccies with her mum last year. The company recently became profitable and has a turnover of £75,000.

Karen Bremner: beyond The Apprentice

It seems there’s nothing Apprentice star Karen Bremner won’t try. Having worked as a solicitor to the RAF, and trained as a stockbroker, she has now set up her own clothing boutique. One year on and her turnover has hit £250,000.

Rising star: Anya Sizer

Anya Sizer of PowerChange started her own business as an infertility coach with the last £4,000 of her savings. One year on and she is breaking even with turnover of £3,000 to £4,000.

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