Business

Top risks to trade businesses in 2026

The year ahead brings opportunities, but it also carries challenges that, if ignored, can disrupt your work and damage your reputation. Trade professionals operate in an environment where costs rise quickly, regulations tighten and clients expect more for less. When you understand the risks and...

Full story

Foot Anstey advises Nester on proposed Peer2Peer legislation in the UK

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has advised Nester Holdings on the impact of proposed legislation on Peer2Peer lending by the UK Government.

In November 2021, the UK Government proposed bringing Shariah-compliant peer-to-peer lenders within the scope of the "alternative finance" tax rules, which aim to bring the tax treatment of Shariah-compliant financial products into line with...

Read more
Some of the items donated to RGB Building Supplies’ appeal to help Ukrainian citizens.

RGB thanks community for generous donations to Ukraine appeal

RGB Building Supplies is thanking those in the community who donated to its appeal for essential items that could be passed on to Ukrainian citizens.

In support of the Builders Merchants Federation’s (BMF) national appeal, RGB received 13 bulk bags of donations. The bags usually hold around 800kg of sand or aggregates.

The donations included thermal clothing, bedding, sleeping...

Read more

Free demonstration breakfast morning at RGB Torquay

The Torquay branch of RGB Building Supplies is holding a free supplier morning on Friday 1st July when tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts will be able to see demonstrations and talk to experts about some of the leading products on the market.

From 7.30am, visitors can speak to suppliers from premium wooden door manufacturer XL Joinery, building product supplier Timco, adhesive supplier...

Tags: 
Torquay
construction
DIY
demonstration
self-build
Read more

Jurassic Fibre unveils ambitious growth plans for fibre network as Chancellor Rishi Sunak MP visits Honiton headquarters

Jurassic Fibre, a broadband internet network developer, has announced ambitious plans to increase the rollout of its ultrafast fibre network to cover 500,000 homes and businesses across 30 towns and villages in the South West by 2026. The announcement coincided with a visit from The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak MP to Jurassic Fibre’s Devon headquarters in Honiton.

During...

Tags: 
Jurassic Fibre
Devon
honiton
Rishi Sunak MP
Read more

Checkatrade appoints Foot Anstey LLP to provide employment law advice

Foot Anstey LLP has been appointed by Checkatrade , the UK’s number one website for finding a tradesperson, to provide employment law advice.

The Foot Anstey Client Service Team, led by Lisa Wallis (Legal Director), includes Gemma Robinson (Senior Associate), Sharee Kitley (Associate) and Michael Thomson (Legal Executive), who will be working with Checkatrade to advise on a variety of...

Read more

The Importance of Using an Energy Comparison Service

There are several things that can frustrate you with your current energy supplier, such as the amount of money you are paying and the lack of good customer service. Perhaps, you have tried switching energy suppliers, but the problem of finding the right one is not worth the trouble and time.

The good news is that you can use Utility Bidder , or an energy comparison service to help...

Read more

Foot Anstey advises on the sale of Totnes-based Naturesave Policies

National Law firm, Foot Anstey LLP has advised the shareholders of Naturesave Policies Ltd, the UK's leading green and ethical insurance provider, on its sale to Lloyd & Whyte Ltd, the Taunton-based financial planning and specialist insurance service company.

Founded 28 years ago, Naturesave Policies has won awards for its top ethical rating insurance by the Good Shopping Guide and...

Read more

New clean room facility in Plymouth to support health tech innovation, photonics and applied research

Plymouth Science Park ’s new modular clean room offers space for vital research and testing in the South West.

The new facility is part of the Health Tech Innovation Hub , which opened at the Park this year. This regional hub for the incubation and development of health technology businesses, funded through the Heart of the South West LEP , provides access to integrated health...

Tags: 
Plymouth
STEMM
science
research
testing
lab
clean room
innovation
Read more

Development Finance is Helping Developers Overcome Setbacks and Delays

The UK Government's determined effort to boost homebuilding across the country should be good news for property developers. However, despite £2.3 billion in subsidies, housing development projects may come to a halt as developers face serious setbacks and delays.

The impact of Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic have seen material costs increase by as much as 21% last year (according to...

Read more

6 Tips for Those Thinking of a Career in Marketing

For those thinking of a career in marketing, it can be helpful for them to equip themselves with skills and knowledge that will stand them in good stead. This post is going to cover some of the essential traits and knowledge for those starting out in marketing that will help them to succeed. Keep reading to find out more.

Learning About SEO

In the marketing world, learning...

Read more
Family Law Company - Specialists have an advantage, the same is true in family law.