A third of UK businesses still offline despite digital boom As the UK economy continues its shift online, new analysis from York SEO agency Nomada Digital highlights a widening gap between consumer behaviour and business action. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), internet sales now account for 26.3% of all UK retail, up from just 6.5% in 2010 – a fundamental shift in how people buy. Yet many businesses appear to be missing the opportunity to capitalise on this digital momentum. Google search data shows a 33% year-on-year drop in searches for “website builder”, suggesting fewer UK business owners are…
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London Essence is celebrating longer, lighter evenings with the launch of its ‘Sundown Spots’ pop-up in Spinningfields With the arrival of longer, lighter evenings, there’s no better time to savour golden hour than with a perfectly chilled drink in hand. At the end of May, London Essence, creator of exquisite drinks, is inviting Mancunians to celebrate the spontaneous get-togethers and sun-kissed evenings that define the great British summer, with the launch of its ‘Sundown Spots’ pop up taking place in Manchester Spinningfields on 29th and 30th May 2025 from 3pm-9pm. Whatever the weather, London Essence will transform the heart of…
Featuring over 140 paintings, sketches and miniatures, ‘Myth and Reality’ charts the changing nature of war art from propaganda, news reporting and mass production.Showcasing female figures from the period, works such as ‘The Dawn of Waterloo’ by Lady Butler will be shown alongside works on loan and her rarely seen sketchbooks.Five-metre-wide oil on canvas ‘The Capitulation of Kars’ by Thomas Barker Jones on display for the first time in 20 years.The museum’s first dedicated art exhibition in over five years. ‘Dawn of Waterloo’, Painted by Lady Butler. Oil on canvas. Purchased with assistance from The Art Fund. Courtesy: National Army…
The Charles, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Munich, unveils a glamourous new makeover as it completes the extensive renovation of its ground fl oor. The new design, created by Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen in collaboration with Olga Polizzi, features a vibrant new colour palette complimented by a lush botanical theme, which fl ows from the redesigned lobby, to the stylish Florio Restaurant and Bar, and through to the newly opened Circle Bar. The reimaged lobby offers a grand welcome to hotel guests and visitors, featuring a striking central table framed by elegant statues and lavish floral arrangements. A curved…
Those are the findings of a new report by RTA Law, who analysed the latest search data to find out how many times places across the country search for terms like ‘How to dispute a speeding ticket’, ‘Speeding ticket lawyer’, ‘Fight traffic ticket’, and 1892 similar keywords. The research revealed that London has seen the biggest increase in searches over the past few years. From May 2021 to April 2022 the terms were only searched an average of 64430 times a month. However, this shot up to 90860 in May 2024 to April 2025. That’s a record-setting 41% rise. Greater Manchester came…
We’re in a golden age of entrepreneurial energy and TikTok is its launchpad. Scroll for five minutes and you’ll see it: start-up founders documenting product development, packaging samples, figuring out cashflow. Behind-the-scenes footage of late-night label design and “small biz wins.” There’s something electric about it. It’s raw, real, and often incredibly inspiring. Founders like Grace Beverley and Aimee Smale have shown that you can build huge momentum by showing up consistently, tapping into a niche, and building a community before you even have product in stock. But for every Tala or Odd Muse, there are thousands of start-ups launching…
Planning your baby’s first summer holiday? Whether you’re off to the coast, heading abroad or just hoping for some sunshine and splash time closer to home, it’s only natural to have a few nerves when water’s involved. From hotel pools to beaches and even splash parks, these are all new environments – and for babies, they can be a bit much if they’re not used to them. The good news is there’s lots you can do before you even leave home to help your baby feel more confident in and around water. Here, Tamsin Brewis, owner of Water Babies Bucks…
A journalist recently asked “Are sticks safe for dogs to play with?” and it got me thinking about news headlines dating back over a decade, warning us not to throw sticks for our dogs to fetch. But what exactly are the dangers of dogs playing with sticks? Why dogs shouldn’t play with sticks? Throwing and fetching a stick is not just a harmless game to play with your dog on a country walk or at a visit to the park; it can be dangerous and can even be fatal. But let’s be real. You are on a walk, your dog’s…
Anchord, the groundbreaking new luxury raffle company, has officially launched, giving participants the exclusive opportunity to win a once-in-a-lifetime week-long superyacht holiday for six people – every single month. This is a unique opportunity to live like the ultra-wealthy and experience the lavish lifestyle of the elite. With online entries starting at just £10 and free postal entries also available, participants could be setting sail on a stunning 25-45m superyacht, cruising to the world’s most glamorous destinations. Anchord’s innovative approach allows everyone—from dreamers to adventurers—to indulge in extraordinary experiences without breaking the bank. The prize includes everything needed for the perfect getaway: a luxury yacht charter,…
Stress of HMRC enquires causes some victims to attempt suicide HMRC is harming taxpayers who have been financially abused, with some victims even attempting suicide due to the stress of dealing with the Revenue’s enquiries, say leading audit, tax and business advisory firm, Blick Rothenberg. Fiona Fernie, a Partner at the firm, said: “In my experience, HMRC staff do not recognise that victims of financial abuse are vulnerable and do not treat them with compassion when making enquiries.” She added: “I had a client whose husband hid funds which were paid into their joint account and were legally his wife’s…