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Key Changes To Company Filing Requirements
The government has recently confirmed a number of significant changes to Companies House filing requirements which are expected to take effect from April 2028.
Jun 26


Cyber Insurance Gap Leaves SME's Exposed To Cyber Attacks
As cyber incidents grow in severity and sophistication, closing the protection gap has become a pressing priority for insurers.
Jun 26


UK Food & Drink Exports Show Worrying Decline
UK manufacturers are losing ground to global competitors, the Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) latest Trade Snapshot report displays worrying signs of a downturn in the UK’s food and drink exports.
Jun 26


JCB Hydromax Hits 208MPH As UK Testing Successfully Concludes
British engineering giant JCB has successfully completed UK testing of its hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax car – reaching 208mph and clearing the way for its world land speed record attempt at Bonneville next month.
Jun 25


Grape Tree Delivers £100K Staff Bonus Payment To An Employee Ownership Trust
More than 900 staff at the UK’s leading organic food retailer have shared a £100,000 bonus - just a few months after it completed the move to an Employee Ownership Trust (EoT).
Jun 24


Hillhouse Group Announces Major Expansion For East Of Scotland
Hillhouse Group, one of Scotland's largest independent quarry groups, has announced a significant expansion to its business and footprint with a new asphalt production facility at its Soutra Mains Quarry site in Midlothian.
Jun 24


Hendy Partners With Southsea Food Festival To Celebrate Local Produce
Hendy Group will be headline sponsor of the Southsea Food Festival next month (Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July).
Jun 23


Ten Seasons, One Mission: Meet The Youth Teams Sponsored By GAP
GAP Hire Solutions, the UK’s largest independent hire company, is proud to mark a significant milestone.
Jun 23


31st Edition Of Big Shots Raises £30,000 For Industry Charity
The 31st edition of Big Shots, The Furniture Makers’ Company’s annual clay pigeon shooting fundraiser, raised an impressive £30,000 to support people working in the furnishing industry.
Jun 22


Robinsons Brewery Go Big With Trending Campaign For Lower VAT
Robinsons Brewery have pledged support for Tom Kerridge’s VAT’s the problem campaign by printing the messaging on the back of five of their lorries. The campaign for 10% VAT for hospitality is approaching 230,000 signatures and the Stockport based brewers and pub co are looking to help the campaign reach one million signatures. Their delivery lorries (known as dray vehicles) can be spotted across the North West and North Wales, stretching as far north as Penrith and all the
Jun 22


Lake District Spa Resort Welcomes Artist For Gallery Exhibition
An award-winning North West artist has been invited back to a spa hotel resort on Windermere for a second display of his most prominent and recent works.
Jun 22


Aldi Scotland Brings Supermarket Sweep In Support Of CHAS
Aldi Scotland’s Supermarket Sweep is back for another year, giving shoppers in West Scotland the chance to raise vital funds for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
Jun 22


A Comprehensive Role Map Of Women In Family Business
Family Business United has announced the launch of a major research initiative entitled "Women in Family Business – A Comprehensive Role Map", designed to provide one of the most detailed examinations ever undertaken into the roles women play within family firms. The study seeks to identify, document and better understand the diverse range of positions occupied by women in family businesses, from ownership and leadership roles to governance responsibilities and the often over
Jun 22


GAP Hire Solutions Named Large Business Of The Year
GAP Hire Solutions, the UK’s largest independent hire company, has been awarded the prestigious Large Business of the Year Award at the Scotland Business of the Year Awards 2026.
Jun 19


Walk4Hope Brings Support And Connection To Scots
People across central Scotland living with secondary breast cancer will come together in Falkirk this summer for a gentle, supportive walk designed to boost their physical and emotional wellbeing.
Jun 19


HMG Paints Identifies Chartwell Green As The Garden Colour Trend to Watch in 2026
HMG Paints, the UK’s leading independent paint manufacturer, has identified Chartwell Green as one of the defining exterior paint colour trends shaping garden renovation projects in 2026.
Jun 19


Leek Sports Club Bowled Over By £750 JCB Donation
A Staffordshire Moorlands sports club has been bowled over by a £750 donation from digger giant JCB to buy new kit and help boost membership.
Jun 19


Hendy Group To Power Family Fun At Salisbury Motor Show
Hendy Group will be the headline sponsor of the 2026 Salisbury Motor Show, an annual event which attracts hundreds of classic, modified and performance vehicles for a family-friendly day out. Now in its fifth year, the show will this year take place on Sunday 21 June once again take over the Market Square in the heart of town.
Jun 19


Shepherd Neame Crowned Supreme Champion At National Family Business Of The Year Awards 2026
Family Business United welcomed family businesses from across the UK to the Royal Geographical Society in London for the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026, celebrating the outstanding contribution family firms make to the economy, communities and future generations. Hosted by Family Business United Founder and CEO, Paul Andrews, the awards brought together over 200 guests from leading family-owned businesses from every region and sector to recognise excellence,
Jun 19


Bagnalls Champions Innovative Paint Recycling Scheme
National painting contractor, Alfred Bagnall & Sons, based in Cleckheaton, Yorkshire, is officially taking part in industry-led national product stewardship scheme, PaintCare – the first of its kind in the UK.
Jun 17

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