DIGITAL SECTOR EXPANDS MORE RAPIDLY THAN REMAINDER OF UK ECONOMY
DIGITAL SECTOR EXPANDS MORE RAPIDLY THAN REMAINDER OF UK ECONOMY
New data has indicated that the British digital sector is expanding at a more rapid pace than the remainder of the UK economy.
Strong digital economy
UK GOVERNMENT RESPONDS TO DIGITAL TAX ACCOUNT PETITION
UK GOVERNMENT RESPONDS TO DIGITAL TAX ACCOUNT PETITION
Over 100,000 people have signed a petition against the British government’s new tax plans. These would obligate self-employed people and small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to update their tax records digitally …
ONLINE COMPANIES URGED TO BE AWARE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RULES
A legal expert recently urged online businesses to ensure that they understand intellectual property (IP) legislation when utilising social media platforms. Verastar investigates:
Intellectual property
IP refers to the unique literary works, symbols, designs, etc. that you utilise to establish …
LEGISLATIVE ISSUES SMES SHOULD BE AWARE OF IN 2016
This year the government is planning to introduce a number of legislative changes which could impact small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK. Verastar summarises these changes in the following article.
Employment status
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) …
THE EIB HAS BACKED A SCHEME WHICH WILL INSTALL SEVEN MILLION SMART METERS IN UK
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has decided to back a scheme which will install more than seven million smart meters across the UK.
Government’s pledge
Recent government statistics indicate that two million smart meters (electronic devices which record electricity consumption) …
ICAEW WARN RED TAPE CUTS COULD EFFECT SMES
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has warned that the government’s plans to reduce regulatory requirements could have consequences for small businesses in the UK.
SMEs’ top priority
Regulatory requirements are often seen as ‘red tape’by …
VERASTAR GRADUATES AND APPRENTICESHIPS
Recent CIPD research has found that 58% of graduates are in non-graduate jobs and many non- graduates are struggling to access the right support and make apprenticeships work.
Verastar are pleased to be investing in young people, offering support …
BUSINESS COMMUNITY COMMENTS ON APPRENTICESHIP LEVY
Organisations across the UK’s business community have commented on the government’s ‘Productivity Plan.’ Verastar reviews these comments to evaluate how the UK’s business community has reacted to government plans to introduce an ‘apprenticeship levy.’
Productivity Plan
Earlier this year the …
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE ENTERPRISE BILL FOR UK SMALL BUSINESSES
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has recently published the government’s proposed Enterprise Bill. Verastar explains the significance of this legislation for UK small businesses.
Addressing late payments
Estimates suggest that late payments cost UK small to medium …
VERASTAR BULLETPROOF MANAGEMENT’ TRAINING
Verastar are pleased to announce Holly Almond as the latest member of our senior management team, to complete the Crestcom Bulletproof Manager course.
Investing in management
A business’ success depends on the leadership skills of its management team. Verastar is …
