Government to introduce regulations for ESG ratings firms next year

The government has announced plans to regulate firms providing ESG ratings of company environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, according to news reports.

Balancing rising NI costs with sustainability investments

The decision by the UK government to make changes to the National Insurance (NI) system, announced in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, has presented businesses with serious challenges.

Policy News and Trends

Powering up Britain and what it means for business

The UK’s updated net zero strategy, “Powering Up Britain”, brings together the Energy Security Plan and Net Zero Growth Plan, outlining how the UK could “diversify, decarbonise and domesticate energy production” but what does it mean for business?

VAT changes and savings: How schools can invest in cost-reducing tech

Independent schools in the UK will now need to account for 20% VAT on all education services, vocational training, and boarding services.

ESG Trends: How sustainability should be a businesses priority

A new report on the environmental, social & governance (ESG) landscape suggests that there are growing pressures for companies to make sustainability a priority.

April’s wholesale water price hike: What it means for your business and how to stay ahead

New UK water regulation changes from April require water companies to invest heavily in infrastructure upgrades to improve water quality, reduce leakage, and manage storm overflows, meaning much higher bills for businesses and homes.