Gender pay gap reporting for large employers was introduced in 2017. The Government’s view is that this has improved transparency and provided employers with important information about how to address inequalities. It intends to introduce mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting and is now consulting on how to doContinue Reading
Retailers across the UK have reported another sharp drop in sales this month, as fragile consumer confidence continues to weigh on spending, according to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). The business group’s latest Distributive Trades Survey, released just a day ahead of Rachel Reeves’s spring statement, shows retail salesContinue Reading
Institutional investors have offloaded the pound at the fastest pace since 2023 in anticipation of this week’s spring statement, where Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to unveil £15 billion in spending cuts as part of efforts to restore fiscal discipline. According to Bank of America, the past three weeks haveContinue Reading
Office for National Statistics (ONS) data suggests more than a third (36%) of all small and medium-sized enterprises across the country engage in innovative activities. Despite this, fewer than 6% appear to submit R&D tax claims. This means businesses that meet the strict R&D tax qualifying conditions and criteria couldContinue Reading
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The perfect photos are about more than just what’s in the foreground. You need a gorgeous backdrop to tie the image together and make it look amazing. Regardless of whether you’re taking photos for fun or need to capture lots of images for a fashion blog, your garden can beContinue Reading
SoftOrbits is an image processing software development company founded in 2006 by Eugene Ustinenkov. Focused on smaller-scale single-feature utilities for photo and video editing, the company has carved its own niche in the industry, earning more than a million yearly downloads, a 300,000-user base, and recognition from leading brands likeContinue Reading
Anand Lalaji MD has always been driven by curiosity and a passion for learning. Born in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City, he later moved to Queens and then Long Island. His parents, both highly accomplished in their fields, set the stage for his future success. His father was a nuclearContinue Reading
In a bustling office environment, maintaining focus is critical not only for productivity but also for preserving a healthier work‑life balance. With constant noise, digital alerts, and workplace chatter, distractions can quickly derail your day. However, by implementing a few strategic changes, you can create a distraction‑free space that promotesContinue Reading
