Business output growth across the UK has slowed for the fifth consecutive month as supply chain disruption and staff shortages continue to restrict prospects of an economic recovery, according to the latest Business Trends report from accountancy and business advisory firm BDO LLP.
A green lobby group has published the Commercial Playbook to share policy recommendations for local authorities for new non-domestic buildings, such as offices, retail and industrial sheds.
Over a third of manual workers believe their employer is putting profits over people, with close to one in ten fearing for their safety every day at work, according to a new study.
Leaders of the City of Edinburgh Council have welcomed the announcement of up to £10m of Scottish Government investment for Edinburgh to make Council buildings greener.
Plans to ensure that Britain’s homes and businesses are powered by affordable, clean and secure electricity by 2035 have been unveiled by the government.
Executives’ preference to return to the office is threatening employee satisfaction and retention, particularly for women, working parents and people of colour, according to a new report.
The appeal of hybrid working is greater for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, suggesting an increase in employers offering flexible working could help improve social mobility in the UK.
