Biz Extra

Employment Law Expert Chris Dobbs answers your questions on dismissing a member of staff

Most businesses who employee staff will probably have to, at one stage or another, dismiss an employee. However, as an employer, its important that you follow the correct... READ MORE »

Saffery's Ian Harlock-Smith outlines possible UK tax reforms for 2024

Ian​​​​ Harlock‑Smith, Director ‑ Personal Tax looks at possible 2024 UK Budget tax changes and what to expect. We also get to meet Trainee Chartered... READ MORE »

When Protecting Your IP Becomes a Liability: Understanding Unjustified Threats

An IP right can be a powerful and frightening thing, says Albright IP’s managing director Robert Games. Patents, trade marks, and registered designs can be used to... READ MORE »

Lease-end strategies: tackling dilapidations head-on

Nick Miles, Associate Director at Whitefox Chartered Surveyors explores a common tenant’s question and often misunderstood aspect of a commercial landlord’s lease-end... READ MORE »

The Evolution of Recruitment

Recruitment can be traced back to ancient Roman when soldiers were recruited, and in 45BC, Julius Caesar was credited with coming up with the first known employee... READ MORE »

Goadsby's Property Roundup: New lettings, sales, and investment opportunities

Welcome to Goadsby’s property roundup for September, where we share the latest updates from the region’s vibrant commercial property market. This month, we spotlight... READ MORE »

Building brilliance and colourful beginnings: September news from Aspirations Academies Trust

Welcome to the September round-up from Aspirations Academies Trust, a family of 16 academies across the South of England, including seven in Dorset. This month’s... READ MORE »

Trade Marks: Don’t file and forget says Robert Games, Managing Director of Albright IP

Here’s why it’s important to regularly review your trade marks. Getting your trade mark registered early, preferably before you even start trading, is a good idea. Of... READ MORE »

Vendor assistance for business transactions: what is it and why should you consider it?

In this month's Finance Matters, Hemal​​​​Pandit, Director ‑ Corporate Finance at Saffery, discusses vendor assistance for business transactions. We also get to... READ MORE »

New recruitment platform aims to tackle hiring inefficiencies

Recruitment is undergoing a significant transformation, with companies increasingly seeking innovative ways to attract top talent. Direct Hiring Solutions, the latest... READ MORE »