Banking
1.3 million Brits dream of starting their own business in the next year
Over 1.3 million Brits dream of starting their own business in the next twelve months, according to analysis from Direct Line for Business. Interestingly, the type of businesses we’d like to start shows more people are choosing to follow their hearts and launch bakeries, cafés and craft shops.
TSB continues to deliver £250 million investment programme in branch and digital services
In April 2015, TSB announced a £250million investment programme to ensure its branch and digital offerings meet evolving customer demand.
Enterprising nation: One in 30 Britons a microbusiness owner?
New analysis from Direct Line for Business reveals there are 2.17 million microbusinesses with fewer than nine employees across the UK.
Debit cards to overtake cash payments by 2021
Industry experts predict that debit cards are on track to become king in 2021 when they will take over from cash to become the UK’s most frequently used payment method, according to a new report from Payments UK, the trade association for the payments industry.
Android Pay is now available for Lloyds Bank, Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers
From today, Lloyds Bank, Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers will be able to download and start using Android Pay.
Digital banking boosts balances for young savers
According to the latest online research from Halifax, young adults say digital banking is helping them to boost their savings balances.
Is it time to remit the high fees of remittance transfers?
It’s no secret that the European and Global market is generally slowing, and has been for some time. If the UK were to leave the EU, a knock-on effect is almost inevitable and several markets in the UK would be hindered. However, though the European market is abating, the remittance industry is evolving.
5 things every entrepreneur should know from the beginning
It's common to think that someone is either born to be an entrepreneur or not, and that any advice that could possibly be given would therefore simply be common sense to any capable businessperson.
Play your cards right when going abroad
Gocompare.com Money is warning holidaymakers to check their plastic and not get caught out with foreign usage fees when going abroad this Easter.
How to boost morale and employee efficiency
Starting up a business, making it grow, appointing the right people and keeping them happy… it’s a never ending to do list!
How to plan your recruitment strategy based on your businesses industry
Which industry you specialise in will affect your recruitment strategy but there is one productive way to recruit new employees and that is to use a recruitment agency that specialises in your sector.
Lloyds Banking Group helps 100,000 new start-ups
Over 103,000 new start-ups have been supported through Lloyds Banking Group’s ongoing commitment to help UK enterprises.
How to become a better leader
What makes a good leader? Is it someone who demonstrates enthusiasm, confidence and insightfulness? Undoubtedly, and we also appreciate leaders who are steadfast, assertive and amenable to our suggestions.
Households underestimate annual bills by £39 billion
As many British households feel the squeeze ahead of the January pay day and look to review their finances for the year ahead, new research from Santander Current Accounts reveals bill payers underestimated their main expenses – council tax, utilities and TV, phone and broadband - by an average of £1,459 last year.
Clever ways to increase business using an event
Meeting people in person is still an effective way to build relationships and find new customers. Even in the digital age, your prospects may prefer to meet you in person before they buy.