Author: Sam Allcock

A new Manchester-based finance brokerage is aiming to revolutionise how businesses access financial support, with ambitious plans to grow its team and services over the next year. Elite Money, located on King Street, has set out to challenge traditional models of financial brokering by offering a more personalised and client-centric approach. The firm has rapidly gained momentum since its inception, forging partnerships with over 200 lenders across the UK and providing businesses with tailored financial solutions. Elite Money’s founders say the company’s mission is to shift away from the impersonal service often associated with the industry, prioritising relationships and long-term…

A recent study has uncovered the careers most sought after by Generation Z, with “model” emerging as the most desirable job, boasting over 385 million posts on Instagram. The research conducted by Class Central, a platform that aggregates online courses, assessed the frequency of career-related hashtags on the social media platform to establish its rankings. The study highlights the growing influence of social media on job aspirations, particularly in the modelling sector. Hashtags like #Modellife and #Modelagency have gained significant traction, reflecting how platforms like Instagram have transformed the industry and reshaped its appeal to younger generations. Over the past…

Built-In Kitchen Appliances (BIKA), a prominent retailer of electrical appliances in Liverpool, is taking significant steps to enhance its service offerings by expanding to seven-day trading. This move reflects the company’s commitment to meeting customer demand and solidifying its position as a regional destination shop. Founded in 1990, BIKA operates from a vast 20,000 square foot showroom in Anfield and has grown to become one of the UK’s largest white goods retailers. It boasts an extensive selection of renowned brands, including AEG, Rangemaster, Stoves, Hotpoint, Neff, Bosch, Smeg, and Hoover. The showroom serves customers throughout Liverpool and the North-West of…

A new study has revealed the top ten highest-paid industries for university graduates in the UK, with Financial and Insurance Activities taking the top spot, offering average weekly earnings of £1,361. The analysis, conducted by Teachers To Your Home, used data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) from July 2024 to help recent graduates identify lucrative career paths amid the rising cost of living. The Mining and Quarrying industry came in second, offering an average weekly pay of £1,288. This sector includes roles in civil engineering, geophysics, and earth sciences. Information and Communication ranked third, with workers in this…

The UK government has unveiled a new Employment Rights Bill aimed at enhancing worker protections and boosting the economy by improving pay and productivity. Introduced less than 100 days into office, the legislation marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to employment laws, aligning them with modern economic needs. The bill targets exploitative practices and provides more rights for workers, including measures to end zero-hours contracts and unscrupulous “fire and rehire” tactics. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner stated, “This government is delivering the biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation, boosting pay and productivity with employment laws…

A new report has revealed that the second-hand clothing (SHC) sector generated a significant €7 billion (£6.1 billion) contribution to the GDP of the EU and UK in 2023. The sector, which is considered vital for the future circular textile economy, directly accounted for €3 billion (£2.6 billion) of this total. Germany and the UK were the biggest contributors, with the industry adding €670 million (£580 million) and €420 million (£360 million) to their respective GDPs. The report, titled The Socio-Economic Impact of Second-Hand Clothes in Africa and the EU27+, provides the first comprehensive analysis of the SHC sector’s value…

North Highland, a leading consultancy specialising in change and transformation, has announced the appointment of Mark Satisky as its new Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Satisky joins the company with over 25 years of experience in steering and expanding high-growth technology and services organisations. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Satisky is set to oversee a range of critical functions at North Highland, including Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting, Legal, and Facilities. He will also play a key role in the firm’s corporate development as it seeks to scale its operations and accelerate growth. Satisky’s background in corporate strategy,…

In an exciting development for the legal recruitment sector, Thornton Legal has announced the appointment of Jack Grant to their team, further solidifying their position as a leading agency in the UK. This strategic hire reflects the firm’s ongoing growth and commitment to providing top-notch recruitment services in the competitive legal landscape. Jack Grant arrives at Thornton Legal with a robust background in national recruitment, specifically focusing on the Greater Manchester and Lancashire regions. His wealth of experience and client-centred approach will enhance the agency’s ability to meet the diverse needs of law firms and legal professionals. With a reputation…

UK health-conscious consumers will soon have access to a new range of no-added sugar jams, as Icelandic brand GOOD GOOD partners with Holland & Barrett. The brand is introducing its Strawberry, Raspberry, Apricot, and Blackcurrant jams to the popular health retailer’s stores. This marks the first time GOOD GOOD’s jams, known for their naturally sweetened, fruit-forward flavours, will be available in the UK. GOOD GOOD’s jams contain 33% more fruit and 88% fewer calories than traditional jams, making them ideal for shoppers seeking indulgent yet healthy alternatives. The jams are also keto-friendly, gluten-free, non-GMO certified, and made with 6g or…

Epcy, a leading healthcare tourism platform, is now providing UK residents with greater access to affordable medical treatments in Turkey, offering a gateway to high-quality care at a fraction of the cost in the UK. Specialising in a range of treatments, from dental implants to cosmetic surgery and hair transplants, Epcy connects patients to more than 600 top-rated clinics, all accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Health and rated highly on TrustPilot and Google Reviews. This new service allows patients in the UK to explore medical treatments in Turkey, where high standards of care are paired with significantly lower costs.…

Abode, a renowned designer and distributor of high-quality kitchen sinks and taps, has launched a new collection of modern push-button handsprays called Click. This innovative range is designed to enhance daily kitchen tasks while seamlessly blending with the company’s existing range of contemporary mixer taps and sinks, available in stainless steel and granite finishes. The Click handsprays feature a minimalist design, with a sleek spray head and a compact body, making them the perfect accessory for any modern kitchen. With the ability to pair with various products in the Abode collection, including the award-winning Pronteau instant hot water taps, these…

A new study from The University of Manchester has found that participation in arts, culture, and sports activities can significantly boost the wellbeing of young people, offering a possible remedy to the sharp decline in youth life satisfaction over the past two decades. The research comes as part of the #BeeWell project, which explores the wellbeing of the UK’s youth. This comes against the backdrop of a major international study that placed the UK’s young people fourth from the bottom out of 74 countries in terms of life satisfaction. In their latest research, published by Policy@Manchester, Stephanie Ray, Samuel Hugh-Jones,…