Previse has announced that it has closed the first phase of its Series B financing. The UK-based fintech has raised USD 18 million of new capital to expand the availability of its innovative ‘data-driven’ working capital finance solutions, designed for SMEs. The

The government borrowed £18.6 billion last month, £5.6 billion less than in April last year and below expectations. City economists had forecast borrowing of £18.8 billion and the Office for Budget Responsibility’s estimate was for £19.1 billion. However, it is the

The Conservative government abandoned in March plans to limit MPs’ earnings from any paid work they do outside their parliamentary role. Recent controversies such as the Own Paterson lobbying scandal had seen MP’s second jobs brought into disrepute. Interested in MPs’ external earnings, an analysis

London has beaten its rivals on the Continent to retain its crown as Europe’s most technologically advanced city. The capital’s infrastructure, deep highly-skilled talent pool and widespread adoption of new technology led to it keeping its top spot, according to Z/Yen

Almost one in five UK workers say they are likely to change jobs in the next 12 months as they seek better pay and job satisfaction, a survey suggests. Accounting giant PwC said workers were starting to “assert their power” at

Around 57 per cent of van owners feel discouraged from going electric due to a lack of charging points, according to a survey published today. Data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) revealed that even though more than

Business and cycling groups have urged the government to reform its cycle to work scheme so it can be used by lower-paid and self-employed workers, arguing they are often the people who need it the most. Introduced more than 20 years

Beer drinkers could soon find it difficult to buy their favourite bottled beverage because of a shortage of glassware triggered by soaring energy costs, a food and drink wholesaler has warned. Suppliers are already experiencing problems sourcing glassware as its production