Starting tomorrow, Ireland’s minimum wage will rise by €0.80 to €13.50 per hour, benefiting around 195,000 workers. However, small business owners express concerns about rising operational costs, which may lead to increased consumer prices. Industry leaders like Mark O’Keeffe and…
The upcoming Scottish Budget decisions will significantly affect taxpayers and public services. Individuals from various backgrounds, including student nurse Llion Wright-Evans and Reverend Derek Gunn, express their fears regarding income and rising costs, such as food and business expenses. Business…
A recent survey conducted by LeanBPI and the Local Enterprise Office Network reveals that 87% of Irish small business owners believe digital technology significantly boosts productivity. Additionally, 60% are satisfied with their current tools, with many citing improved relationships with…
During a recent event in Volos, Konstantinos Patiris, CEO of NEPA Economic Consulting, emphasized that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must adapt to new conditions that will emerge in 2025 following 2024 reforms. He highlighted the necessity for businesses to…
Anwen Roberts, owner of the small design company Draenog, expressed her shock and heartbreak after discovering identical copies of her Welsh language Christmas cards sold on the e-commerce platform Temu without her consent. Temu has since removed the infringing items,…
Anwen Roberts, owner of the small design firm Draenog, expressed her devastation upon discovering that identical copies of her Welsh Christmas cards were being sold on the online marketplace Temu without her consent. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle small…
