Enterprise Nation’s latest Small Business Barometer paints a nuanced picture of the UK’s small business sector. While cautious signs of recovery are emerging – particularly in digital engagement and appetite for funding – several critical challenges remain, with the ambition to export significantly dropping after recent tariff increases.
Posts by Olly Attfield-Tomes
Manufacturers at a crossroads: what to expect from this week’s Budget
As the Chancellor prepares to deliver her Budget this week, UK manufacturers find themselves in a familiar position: hopeful, but wary.
Surge in business confidence ahead of budget while public optimism collapses
UK business owners are feeling “hopeful” about the economic outlook ahead of the budget statement on the 26th of November, marking a stark contrast to the wider public mood, according to a new study from market research agency Research Clever.
Kudu is the next piece in Printvision’s trade expansion
Leicester-based large format trade printer Printvision is eyeing growth and new applications after investing in a new cutting-edge swissQprint Kudu flatbed printer.
Shropshire youth charity celebrates another successful year
A Shropshire youth charity has marked another successful year with a special celebration event that saw young people travel from across the county to take part.
Happy temps at the centre of Black Friday sales success, says Gi Group
As the festive season is just around the corner, the inevitable peak season rush – also known as the ‘Golden Quarter’ for ecommerce and retail businesses – is here.
Hoping the numbers add up for charity calendar
The countdown to Christmas in Kenilworth brings an opportunity to win prizes while supporting local charities, thanks again to the town’s Rotarians.
Prism’s shrink sleeving helps Quenched drinks achieve quick production turnaround
Third-party logistics provider Prism eLogistics helped all-natural soft drink company Quenched Fruit and Soda, win orders with a short delivery timeframe for 40,000 cans thanks to its shrink sleeve packaging solution.
Shropshire chartered surveyor announces two new appointments – the local mayor and the town’s youngest ever councillor
A leading Shropshire chartered surveyor has appointed two new members of staff at its offices in Much Wenlock – the town mayor and the youngest councillor to ever serve on the town council.
Amcor hosts industry discussion on the future of logistics packaging ahead of PPWR
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, hosted a customer event at its facility in Steinfeld, Germany, focused on the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and its implications for logistics packaging.
Space Park Leicester helps strengthen UK’s relationship with Thailand
Space Park Leicester has supported the Thailand government in its ambition to ensure its young people have the skills they need to thrive in a digital economy.
Stratford Town FC supports Molly Ollys with this year’s Christmas campaign
Stratford Town Football Club is proud to announce its support for local children’s charity Molly Ollys with this year’s Christmas Campaign, helping bring comfort, joy, and special memories to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.