Biddenden, Kent's original vineyard established in 1969, has unveiled a comprehensive rebrand of its premium fruit juice range. The refresh introduces three new flavours alongside completely redesigned packaging with new labels and bottle shapes that reflect the vineyard's heritage and commitment to British provenance, appealing to families and consumers seeking quality non-alcoholic alternatives for Dry January and beyond. The rebranded collection marks a significant evoluti

New data from international recruitment firm Robert Half has revealed that UK employers are entering 2026 with a strong appetite for growth, despite ongoing economic uncertainty. The research shows that 47% of businesses plan to increase headcount across key professional functions- including finance & accounting, IT, administrative, marketing and legal - in the first half of the year. This marks a significant rise from 36% in the second half of 2025, signalling renewed confid

Bagnalls has successfully completed an external decorating project at the Watling JCB Peterborough branch.

A female industry leader, who was behind one of Harrods’ most successful marketing campaigns, is setting her sights on expansion after completing a £2m investment drive.

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame is to reopen landmark Farringdon pub The Hoop and Grapes in February following a £1.8m transformation.

Businesses in and around Dorset can now explore, test drive and purchase new Kia vans, as well as used vans from a range of other manufacturers, as Hendy opens the doors to its dedicated Van Centre.

Bechtel has been selected by Harmony to deliver the Eva Copper Mine Project Copper Concentrator and Non-Process Infrastructure in Northwest Queensland.

Half of UK adults (50 per cent) are more worried about falling victim to a scam than they were 12 months ago, according to the latest Barclays Scams Bulletin.

Consumer card spending declined -0.2 per cent year-on-year in 2025, after growing 1.6 per cent in 2024 and 4.1 per cent in 2023.

It is with profound sadness that the Anderson Family and GAP Group share the news of the sudden passing of Douglas Anderson.

Latest CEO Confidence survey, revealing a sharp contrast between how leaders see the wider economy and how they feel about their own businesses.

The latest CBI Economic Forecast finds businesses swimming against the powerful tides of weak demand, elevated labour and energy costs, and ongoing domestic and global uncertainty.

Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to December, though at a slower pace than in November.

Business confidence increased to 47% in December, rising five points from last month and standing 10 points higher than the start of 2025, according to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer.

Among businesses already using AI, one third have reduced hiring of graduates or entry-level staff, although 62% say AI has had no impact on hiring so far.

Retail sales volumes fell at an accelerated rate in the year to December, extending a period of weakness that began in mid-2023.

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AI introduces new ways of engagement and is about to represent opportunities and threats for family businesses the world over

Firms across the private sector once again expect activity to fall in the next three months according to CBI Survey.

Family Business United has today announced the official launch of the Family Business Top 100 for 2026.