We are navigating a period of considerable geopolitical and economic uncertainty - this much we know. The conflict in Iran, rising protectionism and supply chain disruption are exerting real pressure on UK businesses and households alike. Despite an optimistic start…
As 2024 draws to a close, I do hope we can all find a moment to reflect on not just the business challenges, but also the successes, innovations and ways of driving up productivity and effectiveness. Working across such a…
Sometimes things happen that throw into sharp focus how organisations must take a holistic view of what their customers need and adopt a proactive stance to provide the help and advice required. The terrible storms that recently struck many parts…
It was a pleasure to welcome so many of you to our Annual Conference this week, and I hope you came away from the day feeling as inspired and motivated as I did. The conference’s theme – centred around shaping…
As we settle back into normality after the festive break, I’d like to wish you all a very Happy New Year. I hope you were able to enjoy some downtime with friends and family. If the first few days of…
It has been another challenging year for organisations, full of unpredictability, volatility and rising cost pressures. As we come to the end of 2022, worker discontent is everywhere we look, with more strike actions underway or pending than we have…
These are undoubtedly difficult times for business leaders as the UK heads into a recession and cost of living crisis. The Chancellor’s recent Autumn Statement was frank about the challenges ahead, and it’s clear that we are entering into an…