About

Owen was a reporter for Bonhill Group plc writing across the Smallbusiness.co.uk and Growthbusiness.co.uk titles before moving on to be a Digital Technology reporter for the Express.co.uk.

News

The demise of the 9-5: employees feel pressure to work 24/7

New research shows that three quarters of British workers are feeling pressure to work 24/7, neglecting their own health to stay on top of their work.

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Britain’s workplaces need to do more to boost happiness

A lack of flexible working provisions and mental health support; and the relative unhappiness of junior staff, a new survey reveals.

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Tradespeople hit with 30 per cent rise in tool thefts in 2016

Tool theft across the UK reached an estimated £35.5 million last year, as trades people see a continued rise, says Simply Business.

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SMEs continue to face a skills shortage in their workforce

The British Chambers of Commerce releases its latest research into the UK’s Digital Economy, highlighting the need for more data and digital skills in many businesses and sectors.

Business Ideas & Planning

Electricians to plumbers – the best cities for building a career in a trade

With 25 new trade start-ups opening their doors every day, new research shows the best cities in the country to start a trade business.

News

SME bank Redwood secures banking licence from regulators

Redwood Bank, a new UK SME Business bank, has secured a banking licence following approval from the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority.

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UK workers reveal their biggest bugbears about looking for a job

Nearly two thirds of UK workers dislike looking for a new job, with this figure rising to amongst 18-24 year olds.

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UK productivity crisis deepens

A new report exposes the UK’s deepening productivity crisis as businesses are failing to grasp that ramping up recruitment doesn’t necessarily boost output.

News

Is there a gender split between the most powerful CEOs?

Does being a man or women affect your career? Research into the Fortune 1000 shows how gender can affect money, success, and their career path.

Accounting

Is HMRC promoting tax avoidance for contractors who use its IR35 status tool?

Contracting expert suggests HMRC is promoting tax avoidance as 29 per cent of contractors should fail the IR35 test.

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UK investors will not allow Brexit to derail their investment plans

Almost half of investors are more open-minded to new investments in the wake of record-low interest rates.

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A quarter of Brits left secondary school without any career advice

Less than one in ten Brits think the careers advice they received in school was impartial and helped them to make the right decision.