The skills sectors’ response to the removal of the apprenticeship ‘cap of ten’ for small businesses
First Intuition is delighted to hear that from 3 April 2023, the government has removed the ‘cap on ten’ non-levy reservations for apprenticeships.
The Cambridge posts another record year
The Cambridge Building Society announces a second record-breaking year of results, with pre-tax profits of £17.0m for 2022, up from £11.9m in 2021. The Society also increased its capital reserves by 13% to £113.9m in the year.
CodiKoat Appoint Blake Gudgel As CEO
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Blake Gudgel as our new CEO. Blake joins CodiKoat at a crucial moment in our history. Having spent the last 16 years leading the development and operations efforts in early-stage technology companies in the US & Europe, he will now use his expertise to lead CodiKoat to the next step in our growth.
The Cambridge is helping kids’ careers with Maths games
Students from local schools across the county will attend a bespoke learning event highlighting maths-based careers, at The Cambridge Building Society this week.
Empower your business with Microsoft 365 training in Cambridgeshire - Live instructor-led sessions available
As businesses continue to rely on technology to stay ahead of the curve, it's crucial to provide employees with the necessary training to succeed. Computer Tutoring Ltd is pleased to offer live instructor-led Microsoft 365 training sessions for businesses in Cambridgeshire. Whether you're looking to enhance your team's skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, or other applications, our…
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Mayor, Dr Nik Johnson’s statement following the Government’s Spring Budget on 15th March 2023
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Mayor, Dr Nik Johnson’s statement following the Government’s Spring Budget on 15th March 2023.
Tax year-end is fast approaching - are you making the most of available tax reliefs?
With the tax year-end fast approaching and with many allowances, exemptions and tax rate bands either frozen or reducing in the new tax year, now is a good time to review your finances.
Ensuring you are making the most of any available tax reliefs is now as important as ever.
The East of England set to be one of the UK’s fastest growing regions in the next few years, finds latest EY report
The East of England is set to be one of the country’s best performing regions for economic growth between 2024-26, as the UK economy continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to EY’s latest Regional Economic Forecast.
What are the top recruitment and retention trends in 2023?
Now that we are well into 2023 there are plenty of trends gathering momentum in recruitment for the year ahead. If you are currently hiring, or simply want to make sure you retain existing staff, here is a look at some of the things to get right (and avoid) in 2023.
Support for residents, businesses and the environment following Budget approval
Reducing fly-tipping, promoting a cleaner, greener future and supporting local residents and businesses in the Cost of Living crisis are among plans for the coming year by the District Council.
Council proposes over £200,000 of further cost of living support
Plans for a further cost of living support package for residents, worth more than £200,000, have been published by South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Bango announces new partnership with Dropbox
Bango, the global platform for data-driven commerce, announces a new partnership with Dropbox, a leading cloud storage service that allows you to backup and sync your files across multiple devices.
Maxion Therapeutics announces the completion of its USD $16 million Series A financing
The funds will be used to support the development of novel biologics targeting ion channels and G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) via Maxion’s KnotBody® platform.
What will the new fire and rehire code of practice mean for employers?
The Government has announced a crackdown on the practice of dismissing staff one day and rehiring the next on different terms and conditions. Read on to find out more.
Free event to help businesses navigate 2023
IoD’s Chief Economist will deliver a keynote speech at ARU Peterborough.
The UK’s biggest business survey is back and it’s time to make your voice heard
Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce's Quarterly Economic Survey is back and once again they are asking you to contribute to one of the UK’s largest and most reputable barometers of business opinion.
Startup Accounting for Startups
Accounting can be stressful but it is essential that an entrepreneur has a basic understanding of accounting and finance to make an educated decision for their startups.
Ashcroft completes sale of leading cyber security business
Ashcroft Partnership LLP, the award-winning Cambridge-based accountancy and corporate finance advisory firm has led the sale of a leading independent cyber security consultancy, Fidus Information Security.
The Cambridge helps kids get into saving habit
The Cambridge Building Society is encouraging local children to get into the savings habit by giving away £5 for each new children’s account opened at its branch in Bury St Edmunds next Wednesday (15th February).
MM Wealth's Baris Furlonger explains the benefits of using a financial planner vs a financial adviser
Whether we want it to or not, money plays a big part in our lives and both our everyday spending and longer-term savings should therefore be given adequate thought, time and resources.
MM Wealth announces the appointment of Stef Heslop as an Executive Director and Ian Palfreyman as a Non-Executive director.
Adrian Atkinson, Managing Director at MM Wealth said, we are delighted to announce two new appointments to the board - the first of which is Stef Heslop, our Head of Finance.
First Intuition offers free consultation sessions
The free 20-minute consultations sessions are with First Intuition's Digital Finance and Data Analytics tutors, ahead of the launch of their Digital Academy.
An interview with Cambridges very own Prentis & Co Accountants - 10 Questions all SMES will be asking!
At Computer Tutoring, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive IT training in programs such as Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Creative Suite. To enhance the value of our services, we are proud to offer a thought-provoking video interview with a highly-regarded accountant - Ian Shipley, a partner at Prentis & Co accountants in Cambridge.
UK Government backing helps launch world first self-driving bus
GCP have been awarded £17.4m to run up to 13 autonomous buses on trials in West Cambridge and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
The Cambridge signs neurodiversity membership
The Cambridge Building Society has become a Corporate Member of Neurodiversity in Business (NiB) with a focus on building a neuroinclusive culture.