Rachel Reeves’ latest Spring Statement was announced on March 3rd. It was deemed to be a ‘low-key’ one that focused on economic stability instead of spending measures or new tax announcements. So with global uncertainty growing exponentially and growth forecasts downgraded by the Office for Budget Responsibility, what do our experts think of her economic…
Elon Musk’s role in the Trump administration is part of a trend for increasingly blurred lines between business and politics, a leading headteacher told a special conference for the next generation of businesspeople. Speaking at the event on March 6, Rachel Bailey, Headmistress at Benenden School, urged the young entrepreneurs in the room to remember…
Ahead of the government’s Spring Budget being announced on March 26, we asked some of this publication’s trusted professional experts to comment on what they would like to see in the Chancellor’s latest economic plans. Read on to learn more… PROPERTY: Deborah Richards, Founder, Maddisons Residential “There is not the same sense of unease towards…
Breaking down the budget to reveal what’s really happening behind all those headlines Labour’s first budget since 2010 – delivered on October 30 by Chancellor Rachel Reeves – announced tax rises worth £40billion to fund the NHS and other public services. But what’s the reality? How does it impact you? We asked some of our…
Cllr Ben Chapelard who represents St James’ has been leader of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council since 2022. Here he explains why the local economy is at the heart of his administration’s Strategic Plan for 2024-32 For many people Tunbridge Wells is a great place to live, a great place to work and a great place…
The King marked the start of the new parliamentary year last month by delivering the new Labour government’s key priorities following its general election. Here we ask some of our expert contributors about their thoughts on how they will impact various business sectors… Fundamental effects on finance Gary Jeffries, CEO Panoramic Wealth “Labour are looking to…
We asked a number of our key local business leaders and entrepreneurs for their thoughts on how the upcoming election result will impact their sectors – and the wider economy. Here’s what they had to say on a variety of important subjects… A ‘wish list’ for change Danielle Friend & Jane Hodge from Create Balance…
