Whilst we would love to say 2023 is the year everything returns to ‘normal’, industry leader PwC predicts another year of economic reckoning. With the cost of living and running a business still set to climb. Economic uncertainty provides a hostile landscape for businesses, filled with challenges for some and opportunities for others. Whatever side....
As with any change, implementing new policies and habits for DEI (diversity, equality and inclusion) is received differently in every organisation. And as we’re now seeing across the UK, some sectors have an easier time than others, when it comes to pioneering positive change. In general though, there are four widespread barriers to DEI for....
Whether you manage clients or your own accounts, knowing what constitutes misappropriation of funds is key to avoiding negative consequences down the line. Below we explore the topic; the definition of funds misappropriation, its forms, legislation, and consequences that can result. What is misappropriation of funds? Misappropriation of company funds is a form of....
It’s 2023, the topic is diversity, equality and inclusion – commonly abbreviated to DE&I – and your small business has no idea where to start. Fortunately, unlike a few years ago, there are lots of free resources available to help – a list of which is linked in our previous blog, where we explored the....
Whilst Covid-19 and lockdowns all seem like a distant memory, the bounce back loans (BBLs) originally intended to help UK businesses through a difficult time are now causing their own problems. Throughout 2023, we’ve seen a steady stream of businesses finding it impossible to meet their bounce back loan repayments. Whether it’s a change in....