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Opinion
Managing inflation is now crucial for the future of economy and society
Opinion
After being disregarded for so long, managing inflation will be hugely important to the future of the UK’s economy and society
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Why we need a high speed three rail network reaching Wales
High Speed 2
As HS2 is considered an England and Wales project Wales is losing out on a Barnett consequential of billions
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Why awards can open doors to new opportunities
Awards
Achieving recognition is a critical step in highlighting the success of the company in a competitive marketplace
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How best to deal with a workplace grievance
Legal
It does take time before there is a grievance meeting followed by a written grievance outcome.
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SMEs must do their bit for a greener, fairer economy
Wales
Sustainability is a business question as much as it is a moral and an ethical question
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Levelling Up funding has been a big let down
UK Government
The latest 11 projects announced for Wales will do nothing to address the biggest economic challenging of boosting productivity
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It's far from being all doom and gloom on the the economy
Economy
There is growth across a variety of technologies such as electric vehicles and broadband
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Advice on making financial resolutions in 2023
Finance
'Resolutions of any shape or form only work when the reasons for making them are real.'
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Elon Musk and the drama of his Twitter acquisition
Opinion
He’s never lost his appetite for change before when he’s come up against it and, somehow, I can’t see that shifting now.
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Twenty years as a columnist scrutinising the Welsh economy and decision-makers
Economy
My first column for the Western Mail newspaper was back in January 2003
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Financial advice: Our mental relationship with money
Finance
"Think of money as it is – simple promissory note that gives you some options, and manage it"
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The South Wales Metro rail project needs to do far more for Cardiff
Transport
Prof Mark Barry was behind the original vision to electrify the Core Valley Lines but says it needs to be revisited to ensure more services in the most densely populated part of the network
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Tough financial outlook for rail sector and Transport for Wales
Transport
While TfW has reached agreement with rail unions services are still impacted
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We must back business to drive Wales forward in 2023
Economy
It is the private sector that can deliver growth and drive the UK's economy through recession
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Politicians need to put their faith in businesses in 2023
Wales
It will be entrepreneurs and innovators who will step up to the mark in a recession
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The huge number of people planning to keep on working indefinitely when they reach retirement age
Employment
The views of pre-retirees - who aged 55-plus - to retirement has been revealed in new research from L&G
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It's crucial small businesses get our support this Christmas - and all year round
Retail & High Street
Small firms not only need to be supported now but throughout the year and this will be especially important in 2023
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Local collaboration is the key to revitalising rural economies
Economy
Professor Dylan Jones-Evans looks at the difference between small firms in rural areas and those in urban neighbourhoods
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Opinion: Agile strategy key for businesses in 2023 given 'war' on profitability
Economy
"We now expect downward pressure on prices as customers seek out cheaper alternatives"
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Gordon Brown's report on UK constitutional reform treats Wales as an afterthought
Opinion
In one of the rare references to Wales, the report alludes to “the Welsh Assembly Government” – a title that was discarded more than a decade ago
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Culture of late payments by large companies on small suppliers must be dealt with
SMEs
Delayed payments are affecting businesses' ability to trade effectively - especially during a recession
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Opinion: 'Avoid working from home to protect your job as recession looms'
Economy
"Making you redundant and employing overseas labour instead will become an obvious option"
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What Welsh businesses should focus on in 2023
Wales
The director of ICAEW in Wales looks back at the last 12 months and the priorities for Welsh firms in 2023
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Opinion: Banking industry needs to engage with black businesses - and move away from terms like BAME
Black Communities
"Championing black-owned businesses will drive UK prosperity"
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Chief executive of Worldwide Financial Planning, Peter McGahan's latest column on the housing market
Entrepreneurial role models are crucial in motivating aspiring entrepreneurs
Economy
New research into start-up entrepreneurs has been published by the UK StartUp Awards and digital bank Starling
How to get the best out of Welsh SMEs as the engine drivers of our economy
SMEs
Small businesses should view innovation as a key strategy.
Tough 2024 ahead for Welsh Government and Transport for Wales
Welsh Government
Some fundamental changes are needed in the role of transport policy and investment
The Celtic Freeport enters 2024 in good shape as it seeks business case sign off
Opinion
Chair of the Celtic Freeport Roger Maggs says the freeport will play a key role in decarbonising the Welsh and UK economies
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Environment
Uk's largest hydrogen plant is approved by planners
Plant set for the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port
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The exciting future plans for global engineering company Renishaw
Engineering
Apprenticeship applications for the measuring and manufacturing systems company are now open
Welsh Government says it cannot reduce high interest rate on WRU loan
Wales
It said it could face a legal challenge on subsidy support if if reduced the agreed rate
Street food leader Mowgli and Global Maritime become first new tenants at former Cafe Royal
property news
The listed building was acquired by MCM Group which has spent £1.5m to turn it into contemporary space
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LNER launches new programme to benefit people, places and our planet
Transport
Warrick Dent talks about LNER's relationship with the people and the places it connects along the East Coast Main Line
Deals
Foot Anstey advises London finance provider on multi-million-pound investment
The law firm has worked with Quilam Capital on its investment in Pivot Lending
Social housing group Mears predicts momentum to continue in 2024
Company Results
The Gloucestershire-based housing and social care provider employs more than 5,000 people
House Prices ….. Part Three
Partner Content
Chief executive of Worldwide Financial Planning, Peter McGahan's latest column on the housing market
Cotswolds Chiropractic Health Centre receives £15,000 boost
Finance
The Broadway-based health centre is the latest business to benefit from startup loan support via SWIG Finance
The Gym Group to double rate of new openings in 2024
Retail & High Street
Company highlights growth opportunities in cities including Manchester