In the Economy category you will find all the latest news concerning the economic picture and its impact on the UK commercial property market. This includes the wider effect on businesses, employment and consumers.
A study, conducted jointly by small business network Enterprise Nation and research firm Duedil, has found that the number of young people starting up their own businesses grew by more than 70 per cent between 2006 and 2013. In real terms, this means... Read More
A United States services company has become the latest global business to safeguard vital Scottish jobs. According the country’s economic development agency a total of 5,833 jobs were created or safeguarded during the first six months of this... Read More
Despite a small drop in the past quarter, business confidence remains well above levels seen during the recession allowing firms to invest in growth and employment. This has seen the jobless figure fall further in the three months to July, reaching a six year... Read More
Last week it was reported that confidence among large UK businesses had slipped to a six month low, causing some concern among economists. However, it appears that this is not an outlook shared by the small businesses community where optimism continues to... Read More
UK businesses are facing a period of uncertainty, with the upcoming Scottish independence referendum and a proposed hike in interest rates compounding issues such as increasing commercial property prices and skills shortages in the country’s workforce. In... Read More
Since the end of the recession the manufacturing sector has been one of the most consistent drivers of growth, and has fuelled demand for industrial and warehouse property. However, the last few months have seen growth in manufacturing begin to slowdown... Read More
During the recession, charities struggled due to a lack of donations from cash strapped consumers, with many relying upon their high street shops to ensure those in need received suitable help. Fortunately, with the economic recovery in full swing,... Read More
Any period of adjustment following Scotland’s independence could have a serious long-term effect on the Irish economy, economists in both countries have warned. With around one-million voters still undecided and the turn out for the 18 September... Read More
For some time now, manufacturers have expressed fears that a lack of skilled workers could negatively impact growth within the sector and lead to a reduction in expansion. Now, it appears that a similar issue is facing the service sector which... Read More
A North-East development trust is seeking funding to transform empty space at one of the region’s oldest railway stations into a start-up business hub. Morpeth station was created by architect Benjamin Green — who with his father, John, was... Read More
The economy affects us all. It can make or break Governments, prove a factor in the success or failure of a business and dramatically influence consumer confidence. Our articles focus on its impact on the commercial property market in the widest sense.
This means that we cover stories on how the economy affects the prospects of commercial property occupiers and their employees. We also carry the latest company, financial and consumer news.
So if you want to read about the latest corporate developments or keep up to date with recent openings and closures on the high street then this is the page for you.
