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BCC Forecast: Business investment set to be left behind in record economic recovery
UK business investment is expected to decline this year despite the prospect of record economic…
How has the pandemic affected working women?
There can’t be many people whose jobs haven’t been affected by the pandemic – whether that’s newly working from home, being furloughed or even losing a position permanently. But it’s had a particular impact on women, with their job losses outpacing men’s significantly in 2020. So why have they been so hard hit, and what can employers do to try to put things right?
Onerous Construction Contracts – 10 Key Points to be Aware of
Onerous construction contracts are often entered into by contractors and subcontractors across the construction industry, leaving them out of pocket, at a high risk of cashflow problems, and even insolvency.
Granite 5 August Digital Roundup
A review of the key headlines from the world of digital in August that are impacting UK and global businesses.
Guardtech geared up for September conference double header
Haverhill firm set to share leading products and services at Cleanroom Technology Conference and Med-Tech Innovation Expo
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Some Clarity on Liquidated Damages for Construction Industry
Recently the Court decided two key cases concerning liquidated damages, one regarding liquidated damages where a contract has been terminated prior to the works being completed, and the other regarding liquidated damages where the employer has taken partial possession. These cases provide timely clarity to the construction industry at a time when increased delays and contract terminations are being seen following the impact of Covid-19.
Teamwork and collaboration can weather any storm
What a year it’s been. Like all businesses, the coronavirus pandemic has brought us our fair share of challenges. But we’ve been overwhelmed by the support of our team, clients, candidates and business partners. And if this extraordinary period has taught us anything it’s that with teamwork and collaboration we can weather any storm. Here are just some of our highlights from the past 12 months.
Do you have enough on your plate running a business? A smart meter could help
Running your very own restaurant, coffee shop or bar might be a dream, but you…
Meet the app developers, electric vehicle charge point installers, and creative card makers among the first cohort to complete Startup Peterborough bootcamp programme
Meet some of the new entrepreneurs who have completed Startup Peterborough, a 12 week bootcamp programme run by Opportunity Peterborough.