Most pundits reckon, come the end of 4 July, that the next government will have a red tinge
Legal
Know your law when it comes to apprentices
Thinking of recruiting people fresh to our industry? Be aware of the legal aspects.
Price uncertainties: Can suppliers protect themselves?
While stable prices are a distant memory, there are steps suppliers can take to protect themselves
Debt recovery and the aftermarket
Businesses in our sector are in a time of unprecedented risk. Here's how to reduce it as much as is possible.
Employees have rights when businesses transfer
Businesses are bought, sold or transferred all of the time. While many think of the body corporate moving from one owner to another, not everyone gives thought as to what happens to the employees... But they should.
Why Greenwashing is a worry for automotive
UK authorities are taking more of an interest in the ‘green’ claims that businesses are making about their products and services
Dealing with the cost of living crisis as an employer
There are ways to help struggling employees, but caution is advised as you might inadvertently discriminate against other parts of the workforce
Garages targeted in banking scam
Firms are being contacted by someone who claims to be a representative of their bank
Fraud: Beware the opportunist
How to spot, deal with, and prevent the devastating impact of fraud on your business
Social media and the workplace
The recent brouhaha between Gary Lineker and the BBC has shown, businesses need to apply thought as to the controls they put in place