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Navigating the new landscape of employment law: key changes and impacts
16th April 2024
April 2024 brings many changes to employment law, which employers must stay up to date on. With so many important changes in the offing, HR Dept details the key issues employers need to ensure they are aware of. Changes to pay rates from April 2024 1. In his Spring Budget, the Chancellor announced a further cut … Continue reading "Navigating the new landscape of employment law: key changes and impacts"
Get on your bike for the Starr Trust!
16th April 2024
Date set and route revealed for this year’s group Bike Ride, taking place in September. The Starr Trust has been organising group bike ride events since 2016 – the first ever event was Cornwall to Brighton (Brighton to Brighton). Somerset to Brighton (King Alfred to King Alfred) followed, then Wales to Brighton (Pier to Pier) … Continue reading "Get on your bike for the Starr Trust!"
Glitter Ball raises £53,000 for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity
16th April 2024
The annual event was staged on March 23 and the proceeds will be used to help sick babies, children and young people in Sussex. Rockinghorse Children’s Charity returned to the prestigious Grand Brighton Hotel to host its annual Glitter Ball. It welcomed a total of 300 people to the spectacular event, including sponsors, guests, volunteers, … Continue reading "Glitter Ball raises £53,000 for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity"
Paige Collins on financial engineering, business and becoming an author
16th April 2024
‘Setting up my own business was the best thing I’ve ever done.’ Paige Collins has been a financial engineer for over 40 years. A respected figure in the world of accountancy, she set up her own firm three years ago. Here, she reflects on how her career has changed since she launched her own practice, Warren … Continue reading "Paige Collins on financial engineering, business and becoming an author"
Employment Law: restrictive covenants and non-compete clauses
16th April 2024
Restrictive covenants and non-compete clauses are common in employment contracts in the UK. Alex Jones, Managing Director of 365 Employment Law, explains their benefits. These clauses are designed to protect the business interests of the employer after an employee leaves the company. They can be used to limit damage caused to a business by employees … Continue reading "Employment Law: restrictive covenants and non-compete clauses"
Property fraud prevention: a homeowner’s guide to bulletproofing their home from fraud
16th April 2024
By Simon Keeler, Associate Solicitor at Mayo Wynne Baxter. In the picturesque Sussex countryside, where rolling hills meet historic towns, property ownership is a popular passion. However, underneath this veneer is a little-discussed but important risk: property fraud. As digital connectivity increases, the risks of property fraud increase, making property fraud prevention an important issue … Continue reading "Property fraud prevention: a homeowner’s guide to bulletproofing their home from fraud"
Why should your business consider partnering with Seico Group?
16th April 2024
Here’s how existing partners benefit from being connected to a mortgage specialist with more than three decades of experience and success. Some companies partner with Seico because what it offers is core to their business but they don’t have the inhouse expertise or an established reputation in mortgage brokering or commercial finance. Mortgages is a … Continue reading "Why should your business consider partnering with Seico Group?"
Overseas working: what employers need to know
16th April 2024
By Nikki Martin, Senior Tax Manager, Carpenter Box. The Covid pandemic has changed the way we work. Most employers will find themselves with employees working remotely for at least some of their working time. Working remotely does not necessarily mean working from home: employees may perform their duties from anywhere with a laptop and an … Continue reading "Overseas working: what employers need to know"
Value Added Partner Stories
16th April 2024
Kyriakos Baxevanis – Nostos Hove and Little Jasmin Therapies and Spa. Tell us your story… I arrived in Brighton in 2004 at the age of 27 after failing in most things back in my home country Greece. My first job was behind the Sainsbury’s chicken counter and I spent the first three months in Brighton … Continue reading "Value Added Partner Stories"
Nostos celebrates Bravo Awards victory: a gem of modern Greek cuisine in Brighton
16th April 2024
Nostos, a shining example of modern Greek gastronomy, just steps from Hove’s historic Palmeira Square, recently celebrated a significant win at the Bravo Awards, securing the first place for Best International Cuisine. With more than 62,000 people participating in the competition -the highest number of votes in its history – this award is a clear … Continue reading "Nostos celebrates Bravo Awards victory: a gem of modern Greek cuisine in Brighton"
Breaking news: Acumen Law celebrates two new Partners
16th April 2024
Acumen Law proudly announces the promotion of its Operations Director, Daniel Richards, and Alvin Ittoo, Head of Corporate and Director, to the position of Equity Partners within the firm. They join seasoned entrepreneur and Acumen founder Penina Shepherd, who began the firm’s journey back in 2007! Since its inception, Acumen has steadfastly redefined the landscape … Continue reading "Breaking news: Acumen Law celebrates two new Partners"
Roffey Park Institute receives the Gatwick Diamond Business Award for best flexible working practice
16th April 2024
Roffey Park Institute, a global leader in creating healthy and sustainable organisations through consultancy, business education and organisational development, has been celebrated for its outstanding commitment to flexible working practices. At the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards 2024, they received the Best Flexible Working Practice award. This recognition underscores Roffey Park’s comprehensive implementation of flexible working … Continue reading "Roffey Park Institute receives the Gatwick Diamond Business Award for best flexible working practice"
Crimtan and Fast Train Media partner to revolutionise travel advertising
16th April 2024
Leading programmatic advertising expert Crimtan is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Fast Train Media, renowned for its innovative global travel guides. Fast Train Media’s dedication lies in crafting engaging and value-driven guides to some of the world’s most expensive cities. This strategic partnership leverages Crimtan’s expertise in programmatic advertising alongside Fast Train Media’s rich … Continue reading "Crimtan and Fast Train Media partner to revolutionise travel advertising"
TGIFF…. Thank God it’s First Friday
7th March 2024
By Sam Thomas, Managing Director of the Sussex Business Times. Despite having been an active networker in Sussex for nearly 15 years, I recently attended my inaugural First Friday Lunch Club at the amazing Salt Room. The credit for orchestrating this extraordinary networking affair goes to the brilliant Cognitive Law (one of our Value Added … Continue reading "TGIFF…. Thank God it’s First Friday"
County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month March 2024
7th March 2024
Celebrating women and a wine from Plumpton Estate in East Sussex To help celebrate International Women’s Day on the 8th March, we have focused on a wine estate that employs some of the English wine industry’s most respected women. Several have worked extensively in the wine industry in a range of areas such as … Continue reading "County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month March 2024"
Inspiring the next generation of business leaders at the Sussex Business Show
7th March 2024
As a father to a fiercely independent and ambitious daughter, Sonny Cutting has always sought to collaborate with entrepreneurs who are powerful, different and who speak out about equality. Watching his daughter look up to strong women gives Sonny hope that her future will be just as bright With International Women’s Day on the 8th … Continue reading "Inspiring the next generation of business leaders at the Sussex Business Show"
Love and lightbulbs, fear and bullsh*t – helping 21st century leaders create positive change through practical bravery
7th March 2024
By Oliver Blackwell, writer and storyteller for responsible businesses. Many of us grow up with cautionary tales about the perils of curiosity. It’s not always healthy for those of a feline persuasion. Daydreamers may fall down a rabbit hole… For Richard Freeman and the team at always possible, however, applied curiosity is the catalytic game-changer … Continue reading "Love and lightbulbs, fear and bullsh*t – helping 21st century leaders create positive change through practical bravery"
Meet and learn from inspiring women making their mark in Brighton
7th March 2024
Successful women, recognised as leaders in their field, play a key role in Brighton and Hove Business Show. On March 8th, the world unites under the theme ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’. International Women’s Day celebrates the remarkable achievements of women while acknowledging the urgent need for investment in their full potential. Successful women play … Continue reading "Meet and learn from inspiring women making their mark in Brighton"
Women’s cricket in Sussex breaking boundaries
7th March 2024
2023 was a year for growth in the women’s game across the county, and in 2024 Sussex Cricket has set its sights on encouraging more women to work in roles behind the scenes of the club. Sussex Cricket and its charitable arm, the Sussex Cricket Foundation, recently published its Impact Report for 2023 and the … Continue reading "Women’s cricket in Sussex breaking boundaries"
ACUMEN Business Law sponsors March meeting of Big Business Breakfast Club
7th March 2024
The meeting is taking place on Friday 15th March. The Big Business Breakfast Club will be back for its third meeting of the year at Leonardo Royal. This month’s meeting is sponsored by Acumen Business Law. Join the breakfast on Friday 15th March at Leonardo Royal, on Brighton Seafront, from 8am. The event’s special guest … Continue reading "ACUMEN Business Law sponsors March meeting of Big Business Breakfast Club"
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