Record-high average advertised salaries reach 40,846 as staff shortages push pay above inflationAverage advertised salaries in Britain reached a record £40,846 amid fierce competition for workers, exceeding inflation rates.
Retailers warn of higher prices in 2025 and urge ministers to ease tax burdenUK retailers demand tax relief to manage rising costs and prevent steep price increases on food and non-food items.
Record-high average advertised salaries reach 40,846 as staff shortages push pay above inflationAverage advertised salaries in Britain reached a record £40,846 amid fierce competition for workers, exceeding inflation rates.
Retailers warn of higher prices in 2025 and urge ministers to ease tax burdenUK retailers demand tax relief to manage rising costs and prevent steep price increases on food and non-food items.
Firms slash jobs at quickest rate in four years following budget tax hikesBusinesses are facing significant job losses due to rising employment costs and economic uncertainty.Recent tax changes have led to reduced hiring in the private sector.
Budget tax rises could push more firms into trouble, says insolvency specialistIncreased employment costs and higher interest rates may push UK businesses into insolvency, prompting more demand for insolvency and recovery advice.
CBI downgrades economic growth amid Labour's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK economic growth is expected to be slower than previously forecasted, with GDP growth at 0.9% in 2024 and 1.6% in 2025.
British businesses preparing to take a hit from Chancellor's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comBritish companies plan to raise prices and reduce workforce due to falling business confidence.
Is your job safe? Companies plan widespread cuts as cost of employment rises - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK companies show reduced employer confidence, with many planning layoffs and investment cuts in response to rising employment costs.
UK private sector growth barely registers in November's PMI readingThe UK's private sector economy shows marginal growth, with deep concerns about stagnation due to rising costs and policy changes.
Firms slash jobs at quickest rate in four years following budget tax hikesBusinesses are facing significant job losses due to rising employment costs and economic uncertainty.Recent tax changes have led to reduced hiring in the private sector.
Budget tax rises could push more firms into trouble, says insolvency specialistIncreased employment costs and higher interest rates may push UK businesses into insolvency, prompting more demand for insolvency and recovery advice.
CBI downgrades economic growth amid Labour's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK economic growth is expected to be slower than previously forecasted, with GDP growth at 0.9% in 2024 and 1.6% in 2025.
British businesses preparing to take a hit from Chancellor's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comBritish companies plan to raise prices and reduce workforce due to falling business confidence.
Is your job safe? Companies plan widespread cuts as cost of employment rises - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK companies show reduced employer confidence, with many planning layoffs and investment cuts in response to rising employment costs.
UK private sector growth barely registers in November's PMI readingThe UK's private sector economy shows marginal growth, with deep concerns about stagnation due to rising costs and policy changes.
Employers' National Insurance hike will impact London workers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe proposed NI contribution increase will indirectly impact London workers through tough business decisions necessitated by rising costs.
Businesses' profit growth to stall following rising employment costs announced in the Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK businesses expect low profit growth due to rising employment costs, prompting hiring freezes and cuts to employee benefits.
Businesses face monthly hike of 209 per employee amid Labour's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK businesses face an average cost rise of £209 per employee per month due to National Insurance and National Living Wage changes from April 2025.
Employers' National Insurance hike will impact London workers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe proposed NI contribution increase will indirectly impact London workers through tough business decisions necessitated by rising costs.
Businesses' profit growth to stall following rising employment costs announced in the Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK businesses expect low profit growth due to rising employment costs, prompting hiring freezes and cuts to employee benefits.
Businesses face monthly hike of 209 per employee amid Labour's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK businesses face an average cost rise of £209 per employee per month due to National Insurance and National Living Wage changes from April 2025.
UK private sector shrinks payrolls as weak demand and tax rises spur recession fearsUK private sector hiring is declining sharply, posing recession risks as firms cut jobs and investment amid rising costs.
New sick pay rules risk dismissals as businesses grapple with Rayner's reformsNew proposals for workers' rights may increase the risk of layoffs due to higher costs for employers, especially small businesses.
Budget tax rise puts two in five UK hair salons at risk of closure, warn industry leadersThe UK hair salon industry is at significant risk due to increased employment costs, with 40% of salons considering closure.
Rising wage costs dampen small business confidence, FSB survey revealsRising employment costs are eroding confidence among UK's small businesses, leading to significant economic strain and potential job cuts.