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TfL helps reduce travel costs
A new scheme to encourage businesses to help their staff leave their cars at home, save money, and reduce their impact on the environment, has been launched by Transport for London (TfL).
Businesses blasé about green issues
Almost one in two corporate businesses believe that global warming is not a serious issue, according to a new poll of 500 business decision makers by Continental Research.
Utilities a burden for SMEs
As the rising cost of doing business in the UK reaches an all time high and overheads continue to soar, small companies are reluctant to 'shop around' to reduce utility costs, says new research.
Fire law could burn businesses
Each year around 40,000 fires blaze through buildings across the UK. But now, new fire safety regulations are turning up the heat on business owners, leaving bosses facing two-year jail sentences if they fail to comply.
Are you working in filth?
Britain’s office equipment is becoming overrun with potentially harmful bacteria as workers snack at their desks, pick their noses and fail to wash their hands on their way back from the bathroom. Fortunately, however, help will soon be at hand with the launch of the inaugural Computer Cleaning Week.
Small firms hit by parking problems
Britain’s small businesses and local shops are losing out thanks to parking policies that drive customer to bigger competitors. The Federation of Small Businesses has welcomed the call from the House of Commons Transport Select Committee for an overhaul of parking policies.
SMEs need help to go green
Almost three-quarters of small businesses rate reducing their environmental impact as important but four in ten say the need practical help to take action while one in six have no idea where to turn for assistance.
Small firms urged to claim £2,500
More than half of all small firms are missing out on up to £2,500 by not claiming Small Business Rate Relief for which they are eligible, according to a survey from the Local Government Association.
Small recyclers to win awards
Small businesses that have made an extra effort to improve recycling rates and reduce waste are being invited to enter the National Recycling Awards 2006, widely recognised a stamp of 'green' excellence.
Office design key to retaining staff
Poor office design and layout is causing high staff turnover and lower profits, according to a recent survey that suggests that almost a third of employees would leave a job because of the physical environment.
Fire safety law due in October
A significant change to fire safety rules in non-domestic property that was due to come into effect in April has been postponed to October to allow small and medium-sized businesses adequate time to prepare.
Online guide to green laws
Almost nine out of ten small businesses cannot name any environmental legislation that affects them, a statistic that has prompted environment agency Netregs to produce comprehensive guidelines on its website.
Conserve energy – boost profits
Imagine if you could save thousands of pounds a year and attract more customers to your business. And as a useful by-product, you would be saving the planet. All this just by saving a little energy.
Reassess your business risk
Businesses are being urged to use the New Year to take a good look at the multitude of potential risks to their enterprise and employees. The advice comes from Confederation of British Industries Director General Sir Digby Jones.
Crime prevention tips
Despite a recent reduction in business crime, small businesses are being warned to remain vigilant and following some best practice guidelines to keep their premises safe from drunken yobs and burglars.