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The Global Family Business Champions
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Windermere Art Exhibition Celebrates Landscapes Of The North
The rugged landscapes of Northern England are the focal point of a new art exhibition in the latest gallery display at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa.
Feb 23
Leadership Misalignment ‘Holding Back Business Growth’
Leadership misalignment and a culture of risk aversion are holding back responsiveness of UK businesses, according to latest research from Menzies LLP.
Feb 23
Is Your Business Due For A Health Check?
As a business owner, have you ever asked yourself how much your business would be worth today? When was the last time you checked the valuation?
Feb 23
Britain's Business Failures Turn Bigger
The businesses shutting down or leaving the UK are bigger, employ more people and generate more turnover than ever before
Feb 23
UK Manufacturing Output Decline Slows In Quarter To February
Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to February, though at a slower pace than in January – according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS).
Feb 22
JCB Supports Life-Saving Heart Screening In Memory Of Engineer
Digger manufacturer JCB has donated £1,000 to help a community group stage a life-saving heart screening programme in memory of a mechanical engineer who died suddenly aged just 26.
Feb 21
Ten Critical Initiatives For Family Business Longevity
It should not come as a surprise — yet it does for many family businesses — to learn that the most significant challenge standing in the way of enterprise longevity is family dissonance.
Feb 20
NFU Writes To Chancellor Ahead Of Spring Forecast
The NFU has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the upcoming Spring Forecast calling for measures which deliver a shared ambition of growth and long-term investment in the British farming industry.
Feb 20
Financial And Estate Planning For Land-Owning And Farming Families
Land-owning and farming families often face unique financial and estate planning challenges.
Feb 20
Your Guide To Planning Your Business Exit
Planning your business exit might not appear as exciting as building it, but it is just as important.
Feb 20
Urgent Warning Over April Cost Crunch For Small Businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is sounding a warning shot ahead of a looming cost crunch in April that could push many small firms to breaking point.
Feb 19
New Investigating The Future CEO Report Reveals Key Challenges
A new report from Livingston James in association with EY - Investigating the Future CEO, exposes an important leadership and technology adoption challenge for organisations across Scotland.
Feb 18
Free Tickets To The Homebuilding & Renovating Shows
Family Business United members can take advantage of the offer of complimentary tickets to attend any of the Homebuilding and Renovating Shows across the UK. The Homebuilding & Renovating Show, is the event for anyone who has a home project - big or small. Brought to you by leading Homebuilding & Renovating experts, the show can provide you with free expert advice, inspiring sessions and access to 100's of brands all under one roof. Shows take place across the UK each year i
Feb 18
Developing Stronger Leaders Through Apprenticeships
Strong leadership makes a measurable difference to business performance and apprenticeships can help create future family business leaders.
Feb 18
The Greatest Risk Is Not Financial, It Is Emotional
The emotional and human capital could pose the greatest threat to the family and de-rail the succession plan and the legacy.
Feb 18
Finance Hiring Surges Amid Growing Shortages Of AI & Data Talent
UK finance teams are at a critical crossroads, with demand for specialist talent accelerating faster than the function can modernise
Feb 18
New UK & Ireland General Manager For Mars Food & Nutrition
Mars Food & Nutrition is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Mooney as General Manager for UK & Ireland, effective February 2nd, 2026. Mooney enters the role with over 25 years of UK and Global CPG & retail experience. His distinguished career includes leadership positions at Sainsbury’s, Safeway, Danone, GSK, and Mars, where he has excelled in customer, category, and commercial strategy roles. Since joining Mars Inc’s Global Customer Team in 2020, he has led global cu
Feb 17
Inheritance Tax Changes To Company Shares And Trusts
For many family businesses, shares in a trading company form a core part of long-term family wealth. Importantly, they’ve historically provided a tax-efficient way to pass on wealth via inheritance.
Feb 17
AI Forcing Shift In Cybersecurity Leadership In Businesses
Artificial intelligence has moved from innovation topic to boardroom agenda item in record time.
Feb 17
Lake District Estate Launches Intimate Wedding Package
A rural Lake District hospitality venue has launched a new elopement package in a nod to the rising trend of couples choosing greater intimacy for their wedding day.
Feb 17
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