The wider impact of Government schemes on local business
Prices are rising at the slowest rate in five years, according to figures released following the conclusion of the recent Eat Out to Help Out initiative.
Local business community braced for record redundancies
The latest figures show that employers across Calderdale and the UK are planning to make twice as many redundancies as they did at the height of the last recession.
Economic growth in July offers reasons for tempered optimism
The latest data shows that the UK’s economy grew by 6.6% in July, marking a third consecutive month of expansion.
What are the tax implications if you work from home and sell your house?
Many who work from home could be expected to pay capital gains tax if they sell their house at a profit.
Business groups call for furlough scheme to be extended
Leading business groups have warned the Government that the UK could face a second wave of job cuts if the furlough scheme is not extended.
Calderdale businesses encouraged to sign up for new kickstart scheme
Business throughout Calderdale and beyond are being urged to sign up for a scheme to create work placements for young people.
Government to announce new guidance around returning to the office
The latest reports suggest that the Government will encourage employees to return to their workplaces from next week.
Why retail’s recovery is reason for optimism
Recent reports show that sales in the retail sector have climbed back to pre-pandemic levels, offering hope to traders at SME level.
New report calls for fairer trade-off between life and livelihoods
New research suggests that the furlough scheme be extended and statutory sick pay increased.
2020’s other big obstacle for business
The Coronavirus pandemic has posed huge challenges for business owners and sole traders operating in the UK, but there are more factors at play.
