PEM strengthens commitment to innovation with Cambridge University Postdoc Venture Creation Challenge sponsorship
PEM is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the Postdoc Venture Creation Challenge (PVCC), a University of Cambridge initiative that supports postdoctoral researchers in transforming innovative research into successful ventures and businesses. The challenge welcomes pioneering ideas across deep tech, life sciences, AI, software and social impact, helping participants take their first steps…
Expression of Wishes forms explained | choosing who inherits your pension
When you think about your retirement goals and leaving a legacy, it is important to remember to check you have an up-to-date Expression of Wishes (EoW) form
Warning: Don’t fall for fake CAPTCHAs
You’ve seen them hundreds of times.“Click here to prove you’re not a robot.”
It’s one of those things you don’t really think about. You tick a box, maybe select a few images, and move on with your day.
PEM welcomes 20 new trainees to launch their professional careers
PEM is delighted to welcome 20 new trainee professionals who are joining the firm this week to begin their accountancy career journey.
Pensions Commission warning: are UK workers saving enough for retirement?
Why the Pensions Commission matters
The first Pensions Commission was established back in 2002 and over the following four years developed a range of proposals covering:
The Cambridge helps Turtle Dove Cambridge support vulnerable young women
A £15,080 grant to help young women at risk of not being in education, employment or training has been awarded to Turtle Dove Cambridge by The Cambridge Building Society.
Pure Resourcing Solutions Launches 2026 Salary Guide with Enhanced Regional and Sector Insights
In today's competitive labour market, access to accurate salary data and market intelligence is essential.
Understanding pension tax relief
What is pension tax relief?
The amount of tax relief you receive depends on your pension scheme and your Income Tax band.
Celebrating 19 years of Henson Crisp | Financial advice built on trust
For 19 years, Henson Crisp has helped individuals, families and business owners make sense of financial advice, building long-term relationships across Peterborough, Cambridge and the surrounding areas.
Cambridge Index advances 0.6%
The Cambridge Index advanced 163.2 points or 0.6% to close at 27,924.7, as five out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly gains in their share price.
Life expectancy & pension planning - Will your retirement income last?
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has thought again about our life expectancy calculations.
Why we're becoming Mivida: looking ahead with optimism
After almost 20 years, we're ready for a name and look that reflects who we've always been and where we’re heading.
Children's mental health charity Blue Smile is looking for a Treasurer
An exciting opportunity has opened up to join Blue Smile's Board of Trustees as a volunteer Treasurer.
State Pension reform - replacing the State pension with a Lifespan Fund?
Could the State pension be replaced with a more flexible income scheme? A new report thinks it would be possible.
Small business and charities to benefit from Burnham's electricity VAT relief, say Price Bailey
VAT Partner Greg Mayne of leading accountancy firm Price Bailey predicts possible further short-term tax measures as Government targets cost-of-living pressures
Retirement savings - how much should you save for retirement?
Retirement savings are often talked about as though there is one simple target to aim for. In reality, how much you may need depends on your lifestyle, your retirement plans and the income you expect your pensions and savings to provide.
Horses, the school run and a growing firm: the story behind Attune’s newest hires
Accountancy and advisory firm Attune has strengthened its growing team with two appointments and the way its newest recruits work says as much about the firm as the hires themselves.
Deloitte CFO Survey Q2 2026: Growing AI optimism
73% of CFOs are optimistic that AI will materially improve business performance; 93% expect investment in digital technology to rise over the next 12 months; Geopolitics remains the biggest external risk to businesses; Cost control is biggest dampener to graduate hiring.
Cambridge Index drops 3.4%
The Cambridge Index dropped 957.6 points or 3.4% to close at 26,856.6, as five out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly losses in their share price.
What HMRC tax receipts reveal about the UK’s big four taxes
New data from HMRC shows how much the government relies on just four taxes.
Fiducia Commercial Network strengthens compliance with Doc2 partnership
LONDON, July 2026 – Fiducia Commercial Network (FCN) has partnered with Doc2, one of the UK’s leading document automation and eSigning platforms, to provide every Appointed Representative (AR) and Registered Individual (RI) across the n
Power, capital and governance: Leadership in a fragmented world
Cambridge Judge Business School and Bain & Company warn of “permanent complexity” in global finance.
Updated environmental footprint report on Ethereum from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance
A new report from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) at Cambridge Judge Business School provides an updated assessment of the environmental footprint of Ethereum, several years after the network switched its consensus mechanism from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS) in a landmark event known as the Merge.
A new initiative for dealing with unclaimed Child Trust Funds
The Treasury has announced a new campaign aimed at reducing the number of unclaimed Child Trust Funds.
How would you stop AI in an emergency?
AI is creeping into more parts of organisations than most people realise.
It writes emails, helps analyse data, and powers tools your staff might be using every day.
In many cases, it’s been adopted quickly.