Wholesale and Retail

    Why the 'one-in, two-out rule' is good for business

    Nearly every country across the globe has regulations that are peculiar, out-dated or simply wrong – and Britain is no different.

    Published date:

    19/03/2015


    Kitemark standards to extend to banks and supermarkets?

    The BSI Kitemark has long been a trusted symbol for safe, reliable, quality products and services. However, BSI is now looking to extend the reach of the trusty Kitemark standard, it is reported on financial website This is Money.

    Published date:

    19/03/2015


    Tips for small business exporters

    Business growth is becoming stronger and the economy is on the up – two reasons why small and medium-sized exporters should be feeling more confident about distributing their products and services overseas.

    Published date:

    16/03/2015


    UK businesses to make known gender pay gap

    Businesses in the UK employing in excess of 250 staff members are now required to publish the difference in average pay between male and female employees, it is reported on legal news website Out-Law.

    Published date:

    12/03/2015


    EU impact on UK laws

    Two thirds of all laws passed in the UK are either made or influenced by the European Union.

    Published date:

    10/03/2015


    UK to trial cyber security scheme for SMEs

    The Costar scheme, designed to provide cyber-security services to SMEs in Europe, is to be piloted in the UK.

    Published date:

    09/03/2015


    Relaxed parking regulations will help high street retailers

    The Government has announced new parking regulations that will see drivers being given a 10 minute grace period before being issued with a ticket.

    Published date:

    09/03/2015


    Business benefits of reduced regulation exaggerated

    In an article published in the Financial Times, it is claimed that ministers are overplaying the corporate benefits being created by their drive to reduce bureaucracy for businesses in the UK.

    Published date:

    06/03/2015


    Europe should lead on environmental regulation

    According to an article published in The Guardian, Europe has the most comprehensive, ambitious and binding environmental legislation in place and should not be afraid to be a world leader in this domain.

    Published date:

    05/03/2015


    Fire safety regulations being overlooked

    A Government report has highlighted that many pubs and clubs are non-compliant with fire safety regulations. As well as posing severe safety risks, this could also mean that licensed premises could be losing money through out-dated fire assessments and checks.

    Published date:

    05/03/2015