Invest in your business’s success!

Invest in your business's success!   Connect, learn, and grow with AD:VENTURE.   In addition to Business Manager support, our workshops offer valuable opportunities to network with other businesses while developing essential skills in efficiency, strategy,...

Help to Grow Management Course

The Help to Grow: Management Course at Sheffield Hallam University is offering fully funded places to all YABA members to join their next cohort starting on Tuesday 11th March. As a leader you're often juggling an endless to-do list, from managing customer...

Factors Contributing to Economic Weakness in 2025

Factors Contributing to Economic Weakness in 2025 Global Economic Slowdown The UK economy is highly integrated into global markets and remains vulnerable to external economic shifts. Predictions from leading financial institutions suggest a potential global slowdown...

Divorce without the drama

Divorce without the drama   Divorce doesn’t have to be acrimonious says Harjit Rait, head of LCF Law’s family law department.   The start of the year often finds couples reflecting on their relationships, with some deciding to part ways. While separation can be...

Retail Outlook

Retail Outlook   Heading into 2025, UK retailers continue to experience margin squeeze with a mix of topline pressure and cost headwinds. The Autumn Budget has added to that burden with a trio of higher labour costs: national living wage, NIC contribution and...

Make UK Executive Survey 2025

Make UK Executive Survey 2025   For UK manufacturers, 2025 will be defined by the ability to adapt. With government policies and uncertainty over energy bills increasing pressure on costs, manufacturers are looking for ways to boost productivity and accelerate...

Schofield Sweeney announces six promotions to start the year

Schofield Sweeney announces six promotions to start the year   Leading law firm Schofield Sweeney has started the year by promoting six colleagues for their outstanding contributions. The firm invests heavily in the career ambitions of its colleagues through...

Addressing SME Challenges with a Focused Productivity Programme

Addressing SME Challenges with a Focused Productivity Programme   Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK face significant challenges in today’s economic climate. Rising employment costs, economic uncertainty, and cash flow issues are among their top...