Series 1 Episode 3 Isolation in business is not just about being physically alone. Many people work around others every day and still feel unable to talk honestly about stress, fear or overwhelm. Clients are not always safe spaces for openness. Admitting pressure can feel risky when future work depends on appearing capable and calm. Friends and family may care deeply but not fully understand the realities of running a business. What theContinue reading “Taking care of yourself when business feels isolating”
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Mental health and small businesses: the bigger picture – Business111.com Podcast
Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay Episode 1 of 4 Running a small business places unique pressures on people that are often invisible from the outside. Unlike employees, small business owners, freelancers and sole traders carry responsibility alone — for income, clients, decisions and risk. That isolation can exist even when people are surrounded by others. Mental health, as discussed in this episode, is not about illness or diagnosis. It’s aboutContinue reading “Mental health and small businesses: the bigger picture – Business111.com Podcast”
UK sends automated turrets and missiles to shoot down Russian drones, as part of £600 million air defence package for Ukraine
The UK has committed £600 million in air-defence capabilities, including cutting edge turrets that can shoot down Russian drones to support Ukraine through the winter. Over 1,000 UK-built air-defence missiles delivered since June, as Russia targets power stations and energy networks. New British systems including RAVEN and GRAVEHAWK and counter-Shahed turrets set to bolster Ukraine’s defences this winter. Defence Secretary co-chairs meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG) as UK further steps upContinue reading “UK sends automated turrets and missiles to shoot down Russian drones, as part of £600 million air defence package for Ukraine”
UK “All In” on AUKUS submarine and tech delivery as partnership powers full steam ahead
The Defence Secretary met with his US and Australian counterparts in the United States to discuss the progress on AUKUS. AUKUS partnership “full steam ahead” as US review concludes and focus shifts to delivery. UK has committed £6 billion to AUKUS in the last 18 months alone, bolstering Britain’s security and driving growth. Continuous UK submarine building under AUKUS set to deliver up to 12 new attack submarines and support over 20,000 British jobs.Continue reading “UK “All In” on AUKUS submarine and tech delivery as partnership powers full steam ahead”
UK Agreement on Defence Export Controls
The UK has joined a defence exports treaty with France, Germany and Spain which will make it easier for UK defence businesses to export. The UK’s accession to the Agreement will reduce the administrative burden of granting export licences between signatory nations, open opportunities for UK businesses and help boost economic growth across the country. UK sovereignty and robust export controls on defence equipment exports will be maintained under the agreement. The Agreement doesContinue reading “UK Agreement on Defence Export Controls”