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HCR Law celebrates first winner of HCR Spark initiative

HCR Law celebrates first winner of HCR Spark initiative

HCR Law is delighted to announce the first winner of HCR Spark – an exciting programme launched to inspire and support young people interested in a career in law. Ella Hamilton, a Year 12 A-level student at John Kyrle High School in Ross-on-Wye, has been named the...

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Infrastructure Strategy Must Become Reality

Infrastructure Strategy Must Become Reality

Responding to the publication of the Government’s Infrastructure Strategy, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy, said: “A 10-year strategy for infrastructure will give businesses and supply chains much needed clarity and certainty to plan. Crucially it will...

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Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut

Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut

Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold...

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Worcester Based Recruitment Firm Sees 60% Growth in Roles

Worcester Based Recruitment Firm Sees 60% Growth in Roles

Worcester-based Four Squared Recruitment has achieved a 60% growth in retained recruitment work throughout 2024, providing a much-needed boost to the slowing recruitment market. By prioritising a retained search model and committing to partnerships that go beyond...

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UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit

UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit

Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said:  “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...

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UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit

Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said:  “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...

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PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

From April 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) will need to be payrolled in real time. In our latest article, we break down what the new rules mean, how to manage the transitional year, and why early action is essential to avoid disruption later. Our advice is don’t...

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The Limelite Lounge!

The Limelite Lounge!

We’re really excited to be launching a brand-new series of live, relaxed, expert-led sessions, designed to bring you the latest insights and on-the-ground experience that’s shaping people management practices! Please welcome – The Limelite Lounge! These sessions...

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