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Should energy be prioritised over defence?

Should energy be prioritised over defence?

Posted by on May 29, 2013 in INVESTMENT | 0 comments

It’s a well-known fact that energy is one of the hottest topics of discussion right now. Many politicians, business owners and industry analysts wonder about the future of the UK’s energy supply, whether renewable energy will become the norm and if the current trend of rising costs for gas and electricity will continue to prevail.

Businesses and households are among those affected most adversely by rising energy costs. Some of the UK’s biggest energy suppliers including Centrica, the owner of British Gas, have hiked their priced up astronomically, much to the dismay of their customers. It’s likely that prices may rise even higher in the next few years, but why?

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Energy regulator to help make it easier for smaller businesses

Energy regulator to help make it easier for smaller businesses

Posted by on May 21, 2013 in BUSINESS | 0 comments

Understanding the way in which gas and electricity bills work is something that can lead to confusion all too often, especially for small businesses who have to watch every penny. However, changes due to be implemented very soon could make it easier for them to know how much they’re expected to pay for their energy supply.

The proposals by energy watchdog Ofgem will help to make it easier for small firms to switch supplier and will also see energy suppliers give their customers clearer information on how much they’re expected to pay. Shopping around for better deals with different suppliers could also be simplified too.

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Difficulties faced by small businesses in Wales

Difficulties faced by small businesses in Wales

Posted by on May 16, 2013 in BUSINESS | 0 comments

Something many businesses often find problematic is being able to secure a loan from their banks, no matter how small or risk-free it may be. This scenario is being played out across Wales, and it seems that smaller firms are the ones bearing the brunt of banks’ reluctance to give them money to invest in their futures.

The Welsh Assembly and the Westminster Government are to launch a review into how difficult small businesses in the principality find accessing finance from the banking sector. As part of the review, they would also investigate alternative sources of finance available for SMEs in the region.

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Making the most of the benefits that video conferencing can bring

Making the most of the benefits that video conferencing can bring

Posted by on May 10, 2013 in INVESTMENT | 0 comments

Communication – we would all be lost without it. From exchanging pleasantries with your next door neighbor to holding a high-powered meeting with your company’s most lucrative client, it’s good to talk; but face-to-face communication isn’t possible all the time, especially if the people or organisations you want to be in touch with are on the other side of the world.

Technology to the rescue?

In situations where meeting someone in person is rendered impossible because of time constraints, or because you or they lack the means to get to them, technology could help. In the past, a simple phone call was the next best thing; but in the past few years, the growth of video conferencing technology has proved to be a lifesaver for businesses and public sector organisations.

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