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Millions stolen from businesses across the UK

New data reveals that £184 million worth of items have been stolen between 2013 and 2016 across the UK.

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Life begins at 40, but does work discontent begin at 35?

Under-appreciation and stress fuel discontent as employees get older, with happiness at work falling after the age of 35.

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Brits spend just 3.7 days out of five doing office-related work

In a survey of 865 office workers, it was discovered that Brits are spending more than two hours a day procrastinating.

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Employers still failing to give autonomy to workers

UK employers are failing to give employees the autonomy in the workplace which helps keep them productive and happy.

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Extra £3.4 billion collected from SMEs for underpayment of VAT

£3.4 billion was collected from enquiries into SMEs for underpayment of VAT, as part of HMRC’s crackdown on tax evasion.

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Does poor hygiene negatively affect concentration at work?

More than 50 per cent of office workers believe poor personal hygiene adversely affects their concentration at work.

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Revealed: The most ridiculous workplace rules in the UK

New research finds that one third of workplaces in the UK have ridiculous rules in place, with many employees feeling like they aren't trusted.

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Unsung heroes of the office are worth £525 million a year to UK SMEs

Trainline for Business has revealed that the unsung heroes of the workplace, or ‘Office Oracles’, who book business travel, fix printers, and manage the conference call system, are worth £525 million annually to SMEs, with those working within the technology sector worth the most.

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Revealed: The most ridiculous workplace rules in the UK

New research finds that one third of workplaces in the UK have ridiculous rules in place, with many employees feeling like they aren't trusted.

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Unsung heroes of the office are worth £525 million a year to UK SMEs

Trainline for Business has revealed that the unsung heroes of the workplace, or ‘Office Oracles’, who book business travel, fix printers, and manage the conference call system, are worth £525 million annually to SMEs, with those working within the technology sector worth the most.

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Half of customers would walk away if cash is the only payment option

Almost two thirds of customers say only some of the SMEs they visit accept cards as a payment option, with many abandoning the purchase because of it.

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What makes a regulated broker different from a non-regulated one?

The knowledge of the differences between a regulated broker and a non-regulated broker is significant and should be with the customers putting their capital into investment.

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Hawaiian shirts and hog roasts top the summer perks wish list

CV-Library reveals what perks UK professionals want to help see them through a hot summer’s day at work.

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Employees’ anxiety over meetings driving them to drink

Nearly half of UK workers admit to getting anxiety over meetings at work, as horrible bosses cause them grief.

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