The latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) UK report, in partnership with NatWest, highlights significant progress and enduring challenges in the UK’s entrepreneurial landscape over the ..read more

We all know children like routine – scheduled days around school, lessons, meals and bedtimes – it helps them function and manage through the ..read more

With schools breaking up this week, parents will be looking for ways to keep energy costs down as children stay home for the school holidays. The extra hours of television and playing on games consoles can add up, and an extra meal to cook every week day can lead to higher energy costs for ovens and air fryers. Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service, is offering households tips on how to keep energy bills down.  Will Owen, energy expert at Uswitch.com, comments: “Children may be getting a much-needed rest over the coming weeks, but gadgets, cookers, air con units and ..read more

Bristol offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and modern attractions, making it an ideal destination for a family holiday. With its rich maritime heritage, world-class museums, and beautiful surrounding countryside, Bristol has something to offer every family member. Discover Bristol’s Green Spaces Bristol is renowned for its commitment to green living and has numerous parks and open spaces perfect for family outings. The expansive Ashton Court Estate, just a short distance from the city centre, offers 850 acres of woods and grassland. It’s an ideal spot for picnics, walks, and even ..read more

Airbnb reported a net income of $4.7 billion in 2023, marking its second consecutive year of profit – it seems more and more people are turning to Airbnb for their travels over hotels. Airbnb has expanded massively over the years, so much so, it was recently reported Barcelona are set to even ban apartment rentals to tourists in a bid to cut housing costs. Despite its controversies, Airbnb’s success hinges on allowing virtually anyone to list an extra room on their platform. On average in the UK, there are 320 monthly searches surrounding “how to start an Airbnb ..read more

Employees aiming to diversify their skillsets will only see an improvement in their performance if they work to become experts in the new field they branch out into, and only if they limit how many new fields they focus on,according to a recent study by Durham University Business School. If employees try their hand at a new skill but don’t become an expert, then they are likely to see their personal performance drop across the board, the researchers found. These findings come from research by Guanming He, Professor of Accounting at Durham University Business School, alongside colleagues, Yun S ..read more

Helen Underwood, an ex NHS Physio and now entrepreneurial mum on a mission, is a real life ‘life saver’. Previously having worked in Children’s ICU along with many other NHS departments she’s dedicated her 20+ years career to helping people, and now as the founder of Underwood Training(www.underwood-training.co.uk), is actively creating a ripple effect of empowerment, spreading her first aid knowledge across businesses, schools, hospices and communities – because she believes that First Aid knowledge is still not general knowledge, and that needs to change. The crucial thing in ..read more

With the school summer holidays starting for many UK children this week, parents may still be debating whether or not their budgets will stretch to being able to afford a family trip away during the notoriously expensive period.  If you are planning on spending time this weekend researching the best deals available for a week or two of escapism in the sun over the next 6 weeks, Nick Drewe, discounts expert and founder of online platform Wethrift, has provided his top tips for money-saving when booking a holiday. Book last minute to bag a deal  “Being flexible when travellin ..read more

Finding the perfect balance between work and home life can be a bit of a challenge at times, especially when both worlds collide within the same constricted space. Technology, however, can be a tremendous ally in helping you to manage this balance more effectively. Keen to find out how? Let’s explore how modern tools and services can help streamline your work-from-home experience, making it more manageable (and, dare we say it, even enjoyable!). Smart Scheduling Keeping a structured schedule is key, whether you’re working in an office or remotely. The good news is, you can easily use digital c ..read more

Eden Camp, the popular modern history museum in North Yorkshire is thrilled to unveil its exciting range of events for this summer, promising an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. From captivating Tank Talks, Weapon Talks and handling, to the new Scarborough Bombardment Trail, the museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into modern history through immersive and engaging activities. Tank Talks Every afternoon join the Eden Camp Heritage Restorations team as they talk you through some of the fantastic historic vehicles on display, including M50 Sherman tank, T34 tank and CV ..read more