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John Delany Motors celebrate the value of Apprenticeships

Stockport based John Delany Motors believe that working with apprentices is a productive way for us to develop a motivated and skilled workforce. Brittany Delany, managing director of John Delany Motors, said apprenticeships allow hands-on experience for students who are looking to further their … [Read more...]

In depth view of GDPR

Sarah Harkness from In Accountancy in Stockport provides an indepth view on the forthcoming data protection changes with GDPR. GDPR may be considered a new regulation, but really it is simply a much needed update to the Data Protection Act (1998), which was based on EU law from 1995 – some 23 … [Read more...]

Do I Need To Pay Absent Employees On A Snow Day ?

As the bad weather has hit us hard in the form of heavy snow, courtesy of the Beast from the East and the emerging Storm Emma, companies are asking 'do I need to pay absent employees on a snow day ?' SAS Daniels can offer their Expert Opinion as road and school closures result in employees being … [Read more...]

Inheritance Tax limits – do you know yours ?

When it comes to Inheritance Tax limits - do you know yours? Insurance company Canada Life's annual survey revealed growing confusion over the operation of inheritance tax. According to the survey, more than two thirds of respondents did not know the current level of the inheritance tax nil rate … [Read more...]

How will GDPR and personal data impact on HR ?

Hallidays Accountants and Business advisors are helping fellow businesses to understand the impact GDPR will have in respect of personal data and their HR policies and have prepared a list of FAQs.  General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR, is the new data protection legislation effective from 25 … [Read more...]

How to get a mortgage on an unusual building

Buying a unique property in the UK? Here’s how to get a mortgage on an unusual building or if they don’t fit the mainstream mould. When it comes to lending on investment properties, mainstream banks and building societies prefer to stick to the conventional. Those applicants that have a perfect … [Read more...]

How important is the layout of the workplace ?

Productivity is a prime concern for many a business owner and the layout of the workplace is an important factor in achieving optimum output. Solving the productivity puzzle has become a preoccupation of many a business leader and policy maker. But where does the secret to better productivity lie? … [Read more...]

Protecting your business from Fake President Fraud

Protecting your business against modern day fraudsters - the current most frequently used fraud being Fake President Fraud - in cyber-attack fraud is a constant risk, warns Stockport based C&C Insurance Brokers. Business owners and employees need to be aware of the sophisticated tactics used to … [Read more...]

The impact of Carillion on small suppliers

It’s a sad fact that the biggest losers of the Carillion collapse are the myriad of small suppliers, especially in the construction sector, who relied on the giant for a significant amount of their business. They were left with unpaid invoices and, unlike the equally unfortunate pensioners of the … [Read more...]

Food Inflation hit 4% as healthy options proved most expensive

This weekend, the Saturday Economist John Ashcroft, reported that food inflation hit 4% in January but it was the healthiest foods that proved to be more expensive up 9% with chocolate up less than 2% - "the delicious irony of the healthy diet with inflation above target." Fresh fruit cost 7% more … [Read more...]

Top UK Economist Dr John Ashcroft Talks Growth

World trade is expected to grow by over 5% with world economy set to grow by almost 4% this year, predicts UK Economist Dr John Ashcroft. Strong growth in the USA, China, and Japan is supported by the recovery in Europe. In the UK, we expect GDP growth to average around 1.8% this year … [Read more...]