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Government Retreats On Day-One Unfair Dismissal Pledge
Family Business United has welcomed the government’s decision to drop plans that would have allowed workers to claim unfair dismissal from their first day in a job.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Farmlay Visit As Part Of ‘Meating Our Potential’ Campaign
Farmlay welcomed North East MSPs and councillors to Cockmuir Farm outside Strichen recently as part of Quality Meat Scotland’s (QMS) ‘Meating Our Potential’ campaign

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20253 min read


The Succession Cliff Is Becoming The Defining Challenge For Family Firms
As the first generation of post-war founders reaches retirement age, a vast number of privately held firms are preparing for ownership transitions on a scale not seen before.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Being Careful What We Wish For From The Technology Revolution
Today's information warfare and technology revolution can be waged by anyone with a laptop and a basic understanding of social media dynamics.
Jamie Dobson - Founder, Container Solutions
Nov 28, 20254 min read


Strawberry Fields For Christmas
A third-generation New Forest family business that sells Christmas trees is marking its 45th consecutive season by giving away free hot drinks to customers at weekends.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Maximising The Intersection Of Sales & Marketing For Sustainable Success
Appreciating the differences between sales and marketing, and leveraging the synergy between them, is particularly crucial for family-owned enterprises in order to achieve their commercial goals.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20254 min read


Local Heroes Nurturing Bulwell Community Given Financial Boost
A local voluntary group that has planted the seeds of success for dozens of Bulwell residents has received a donation from a local packaging firm, which has secured its immediate future.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20253 min read


New Contract For Denholm Good Logistics
Denholm Good Logistics, an award-winning logistics provider, is pleased to be appointed by DP World as the UK liner agent, for their new Atlas service linking Morocco to the UK and North Europe.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20252 min read


IHT Change Doesn’t Come Close To Protecting Many Family Farms
The small change to inheritance tax for farm businesses is nowhere near enough to protect many family farms and does nothing to remove the cruel impact of the policy on elderly and vulnerable farmers

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20252 min read


New Scone Of The Month Set To Bring Seasonal Flavour To Derbyshire
A Derbyshire bakery with over 100 years of family heritage is kicking off a new monthly tradition with the launch of its Maple & Walnut Scone.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20252 min read


RICS Report Warns Of Sustainability Slowdown In Built Environment
Report reveals slowdown in global demand growth for sustainable buildings and a concerning lack of progress in carbon measurement across construction projects.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Chancellor Unveils Tax-And-Spend Plan Amid Cost-Of-Living Pressures
The Chancellor has finally lifted the curtain on the government’s latest tax and spending plans in the Autumn Budget.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20254 min read


Perdue Farms Nourishing Its Neighbours Ahead Of Thanksgiving
Perdue Farms has provided thousands of its neighbours the access to high-quality protein to help ensure children, seniors and families have nutritious food on the table this Thanksgiving.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Puredrive Energy CEO Named Family Business Entrepreneur Of The Year
Puredrive Energy is celebrating a landmark achievement as CEO Mark Millar has been crowned Family Business Entrepreneur of the Year

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Little Lady Locks Creates Pink Paradise Thanks To Brewers Stockport
Brewers Stockport has donated 70 litres of paint to support a local children’s hair-loss charity.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 26, 20251 min read


HMG Paints Colours Used In Collyhurst Village Show Homes
As the development of Collyhurst Village ushers in an exciting new chapter for the community, HMG Paints is proud to play a part in shaping this transformation.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Steepest Fall In Retail Sentiment In 17 Years
Sentiment amongst retailers fell at the sharpest rate in 17 years, with a growing share of firms expecting their business situation to deteriorate over the coming quarter – according to the CBI’s latest quarterly Distributive Trades Survey.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Positive Work Relationships Lead To Proactive Behaviour At
Employees with positive work relationships are significantly more likely to take proactive action according to new research

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 26, 20252 min read


BPR Report Published By Family Business Research Foundation
The Family Business Research Foundation (FBRF) has published a new research report, Business Property Relief and Family Firms in the UK: From Relief to Reform

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 26, 20252 min read


Lake District Spa Wins Best In North West Award
A spa resort on Windermere has been voted the best in North West England at the 2025 Good Spa Guide regional awards ceremony in London.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 25, 20252 min read
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