COVID-19: Two-thirds of UK workers want to continue WFH even when lockdown laws lift
Over two-thirds of Britons are hesitant to give up their work from home privileges once lockdown laws have been lifted.
Tag: SMEs
The post-COVID-19 recession is here. Are you prepared
Last week, Darren Shirlaw spoke on an exclusive Prosper” webinar on the impending recession and what SME owners can do to thrive, not survive, the biggest economic event to hit the world since 1987.
“Smart cane” for the visually impaired raises 600k in first round of funding
A new “smart cane” launched into the market which aims to improve the lives of the visually impaired has completed its first round of funding.
FURLOUGH: Sunak announces next steps for Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
On Friday, 29th of May, Chancellor Rishi Sunak re-addressed the nation regarding the Coronavirus Job Retention scheme (CJRS).
Small eco-friendly deodorant brand makes impressive early sales
An eco-friendly deodorant brand that launched just one month ago has already sold out, highlighting the growing consumer preference for ethical brands.
In discussion with pro-Brexit salmon entrepreneur, Lance Forman
Real Business sits down with salmon entrepreneur Lance Forman who talks coping with Covid and life after Brexit.
COVID-19: All non-essential shops to open from June 15th
Yesterday, Borris Johnson revealed that all non-essential shops can open from June 15th as part of plans to further ease the lockdown.
Routes to funding: how SMEs are weathering the storm
Dr Robert A. Phillips, senior lecturer in entrepreneurship at Alliance Manchester Business School, explores the impact of COVID-19 on routes to funding for SMEs and discusses what lies ahead post-lockdown.
EasyJet cyber attack: What you can do to avoid the same fate
On Tuesday, budget airline EasyJet revealed they experienced a cyber-attack that exposed 9m customer details.
COVID-19: 1 in 10 retailers heading towards collapse as economic damage worsens
1 in 10 businesses in the retail and wholesale sector face are facing collapse as they state they will not last another month of lockdown.