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The Poker Face of Business: Lessons for UK SMEs
In the high-stakes world of business, much like in poker, success often hinges on the ability to make strategic decisions under pressure, read the competition, and take calculated risks. For UK SMEs, these skills are not just advantageous—they are essential. As the UK’s largest business magazine for entrepreneurs, start-ups, andContinue Reading
The Urgent Need for Gambling Reform in the UK
The UK’s casino industry stands at a crossroads. Despite being a cornerstone of the leisure, hospitality, and tourism sectors, its potential is being hindered by outdated regulations. With online and offshore operators rapidly expanding their foothold and attracting a growing number of players, the need for comprehensive reform has neverContinue Reading
Dame Alison Rose on Leadership, Digital Transformation, Female Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability
Alison Rose, the former CEO of NatWest, made history as the first woman to lead a major UK bank. Now a senior adviser to the private equity firm Charterhouse, she is widely recognised for her commitment to female entrepreneurship and sustainability. Rose chaired the 2019 Alison Rose Review on FemaleContinue Reading
Nearly one in three temporary Black and ethnic NHS workers suffer physical violence in ‘unacceptable’ levels of racism, internal report reveals
Almost one in three temporary Black and minority ethnic staff have suffered physical violence, according to a leaked NHS review revealing “shocking” levels of racism in the health service. Tens of thousands of NHS workers on zero hour contracts, also called bank staff, have faced “unacceptable” levels of racism, theContinue Reading
Biologists who developed cancer-treating drug to receive £30m in funding
Biology researchers who developed a drug to treat skin cancer are to receive almost £30 million in funding in order to help treat even more diseases. The research unit, based at the University of Dundee, was awarded the funding by the UK Government on Thursday, which will allow them toContinue Reading
How to watch the 2024 Emmy Awards
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The 76th Emmy Awards are right around the corner, preparing to honor the best inContinue Reading
Jack Draper’s unusual ritual paid off in US Open victory over Alex De Minaur
Jack Draper has reached the US Open semi-final without dropping a set.Continue Reading
Labour’s prison threat for water bosses who pump filth into Britain’s lakes and rivers
Water bosses are to be told today that new laws will mean they face prison if they continue to pump filth into Britain’s lakes and rivers. Environment secretary Steve Reed will warn executives from the industry directly at a major speech in Putney, London where he will unveil details ofContinue Reading
UK economic outlook brighter but growth held back by ‘uncertainties’, says BCC
Britain’s economy is set to grow faster than expected this year – but is not “heading into the fast lane” yet as uncertainties continue to weigh, according to a report. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has upgraded its UK growth forecast to 1.1% in 2024, up from the 0.8%Continue Reading
Palliative care doctor Rachel Clarke reveals ‘grim’ realities on NHS wards with staff giving ‘end of life’ care to patients on trollies
A doctor has described the harrowing reality of Britain’s A&E wards as she reveals staff are sometimes forced to give end of life care with patients in corridors on trollies. Dr Rachel Clarke, a top palliative care doctor, shared the “grim” conditions found in NHS hospitals as she says “Dickensian”Continue Reading