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How Government Can Build Better Contracts with Blockchain

Posted: 27 January 2020

It is high time that we look at technology to revamp our existing mechanisms of the third government function – contract enforcement.

Self Assessment Deadline on 31 January Is Fast Approaching

Posted: 26 January 2020

HMRC is urging Self Assessment customers to complete their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January 2020 deadline.

Moody's Downgrades Hong Kong's Rating to Aa3

Posted: 21 January 2020

Moody's Investors Service has today downgraded the long-term issuer and senior unsecured ratings of the Government of Hong Kong to Aa3 from Aa2 but changed the outlook from negative to stable.

City of London to Mobilise Billions of Pounds of Investment to Transform Africa

Posted: 20 January 2020

Billions of pounds of investment in Africa will be generated by the City of London under initiatives announced by International Development Secretary Alok Sharma.

New UK-Africa Partnerships to Deliver More Investment, Jobs and Growth

Posted: 19 January 2020

On 20 January 2020 the UK will host the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London.

Sources of Finance for Small and Medium Businesses

Posted: 14 January 2020

When starting or expanding a business, a crucial question is where to raise the finance.

US$3.4t

Posted: 9 January 2020

Private equity firms now manage commitments of nearly US$3.4t globally, up from less than US$500b in 2000.

EY Launches Public Finance Management Blockchain Solution for Governments

Posted: 29 December 2019

The solution helps to optimize capacity in core financial management processes.

Conservatives Swept to Crushing Victory in 2019 General Election

Posted: 14 December 2019

Boris Johnson's party has secured the largest Tory majority since Margaret Thatcher won a third term in 1987.

EY: 5 Main Questions for Banks Ahead of Brexit

Posted: 25 September 2019

Political uncertainty continues, and banks have been left with no choice but to prepare for a no-deal Brexit.

Labour Announces Plans for Nationalision and Higher Taxes on the Rich

Posted: 5 September 2019

The Labour party's proposals call for a fundamental redistribution of income and power in the UK.

Britain Expands Job Shortage List to Attract Qualified Immigrant Workforce

Posted: 30 May 2019

Shortages of workers in Britain's economy have increased since 2013 as unemployment has fallen to its lowest since 1975.

Social Tech Trust Set up to Support UK Social Tech Ventures

Posted: 22 May 2019

According to a recent report from Tech Nation, the UK is a global centre for Tech for Good, with social tech companies valued at 2.3 billion pounds last year.