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News Archive - October 2010
Government pushes for local growth but business rate concerns remain
by Josh Hall | 29 Oct 2010
The government yesterday formally announced the start of new measures aimed at encouraging local businesses and boosting economic growth within communities.
Falls seen in house prices and spending growth
by Josh Hall | 28 Oct 2010
Retail spending growth and house prices both dipped in October when compared with the previous month, according to new figures released today.
All UK businesses 'should be forced to offer pension scheme'
by Josh Hall | 27 Oct 2010
Every firm in the UK, regardless of its size, should be forced to offer its employees an occupational pension scheme according to a new review.
GDP growth higher than expected - but still falling
by Josh Hall | 26 Oct 2010
The UK economy grew by 0.8 per cent during the third quarter of the year, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
CBI hosts politicians, business leaders amidst economic warnings
by Josh Hall | 25 Oct 2010
Business leaders, politicians and commentators have gathered in London for a series of key speeches to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
New coins could cost business millions
by Josh Hall | 22 Oct 2010
The government has announced plans to introduce new 5 and 10 pence coins, in a move that could cost businesses millions of pounds.
Government faces battle to defend Spending Review
by Josh Hall | 21 Oct 2010
George Osborne has spent the morning defending the programme of cuts set out in yesterday’s Comprehensive Spending Review announcement.
Country prepares for biggest cuts in decades
by Josh Hall | 20 Oct 2010
The Chancellor will today present the results of the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR), in an announcement that is expected to herald half a million public sector job cuts.
Start-ups increase 'for first time in three years'
by Josh Hall | 19 Oct 2010
The rate at which new businesses are started in the UK grew during 2010 for the first time in three years, according to a new survey published today.
Economy 'to chill this winter'
by Josh Hall | 18 Oct 2010
The economic recovery will stutter this winter, according to a new report from an influential forecasting group.
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