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The Welsh university sector has lost 1,000 jobs but still politicians sit by

The Welsh university sector has lost 1,000 jobs but still politicians sit by

Amid the noise about the state of university finances across the UK, it is easy to overlook the human cost of failed international strategies by...

25.01.2025 4

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UK start-ups at the forefront of AI adoption

UK start-ups at the forefront of AI adoption

With a new UK Government focused firmly on driving economic growth amid a backdrop of high inflation, increasing borrowing costs, and a labour market...

18.01.2025 6

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The WRU needs to act with urgency to ensure a sustainable future for rugby in Wales

The WRU needs to act with urgency to ensure a sustainable future for rugby in Wales

As the great Cliff Morgan once said “In Wales, every man, woman, and child is a selector” and as a result, it’s always controversial to discuss...

11.01.2025 2

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Firms that innovate can seize growth opportunities

As look ahead to the new year, there are going to be many challenges facing the businesses here in the UK. Not only will they be dealing with some...

04.01.2025 2

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We cannot grow the economy by just taxing businesses

As 2024 draws to a close, it is clear that the UK economy finds itself at a critical crossroads, with businesses bracing for what many fear will be...

28.12.2024 3

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We need to lift the barriers stopping firms from innovating

Innovation is crucial to the UK economy as it drives productivity, fosters competitiveness, and creates high-value jobs across industries. By...

21.12.2024 3

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The mixed impact of the Help to Grow programme to boost SME management skills

As someone who has been an advocate for improving management skills within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) since I began my academic...

16.12.2024 4

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The huge skills shortage facing the UK manufacturing sector

The UK manufacturing sector is facing a severe skills shortage which poses a significant challenge to its competitiveness and future growth....

06.12.2024 3

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The Welsh diaspora stands willing to invest back into the home country

Back in July this column highlighted the importance of the Welsh diaspora and referenced a survey being undertaken by Global Welsh, an organisation...

29.11.2024 3

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Scale-up firms might be few in number but their impact is immense

This week we will hold the first-ever UK Fast Growth Awards in London, where we will be celebrating the fastest-growing firms in the UK. Drawing on...

24.11.2024 2

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Hybrid working is here to stay but needs better managing

Amazon recently announced that it is ordering staff back to the office five days a week, ending its hybrid work policy. This follows a series of...

18.11.2024 4

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What President Trump and his tariff plans will mean for global trade

Contrary to the expectations of many political pundits on both sides of the Atlantic, Donald Trump has been elected President of the United States...

08.11.2024 5

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The budget will stifle the ability of the private sector to boost the economy

Last week the first-ever female Chancellor of the Exchequer stood up in the House of Commons to deliver a budget that has resulted in the biggest...

03.11.2024 1

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Rachel Reeves must deliver a budget that doesn't stifle entrepreneurship

Next week sees the first ever budget presented to the House of Commons by a female Chancellor of the Exchequer. More importantly, Rachel Reeves...

25.10.2024 2

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Urgent action needed to save Welsh universities from a real danger of financial collapse

There can no longer by any doubts that the university sector in Wales is in a financial mess, and it’s painful to write yet another column about...

18.10.2024 1

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Tourism plays a vital role in the Welsh economy but with focused support can have an even bigger impact

Earlier this summer, I had the pleasure of dropping into Zip World in North Wales for breakfast with its founder, Sean Taylor. Over a sausage bap...

11.10.2024 2

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The financial crisis engulfing Welsh universities isn't going away and requires new thinking

Last week, we saw one of the first indications of the continuing financial challenges facing UK higher education when the University of South Wales...

04.10.2024 2

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What makes an effective boss and why we need more of them to boost productivity

According to various research studies effective managers are essential for improving productivity in the workplace, driving higher employee...

27.09.2024 1

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Research council funding needs to be devolved to boost Welsh economy

Universities in Wales are underperforming in terms of supporting businesses and a fairer allocation of research funding could boost the Welsh...

13.09.2024 1

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The awards showcasing the very best start-ups across the UK

Next week, the inaugural UK StartUp Awards final will take place and marking a significant milestone in recognising the most promising new...

06.09.2024 2

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Workplace bullying has a £18bn economic cost

Over the last couple of years there have been numerous high-profile examples of workplace bullying, which many would have thought should be a thing...

30.08.2024 1

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After 25 years of devolution in Wales we are still struggling to define what our universities are for

New data shows that the number of 18-year-olds applying to university in Wales was the lowest in the UK, with only 34% having applied by the end of...

16.08.2024 2

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Boosting the high street has to be a priority of government

A regular readers of this column will know, I am passionate about supporting local businesses, especially those located on our high streets up and...

09.08.2024 1

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Early stage entrepreneurial female activity has seen a remarkable increase

As someone who has been involved in studying entrepreneurship for thirty-five years, I always look forward to the publication of the Global...

26.07.2024 1

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How can we exploit the Welsh diaspora to boost our economy

For those of us who were born and brought up in Wales and then left to pursue our studies or start a new job, the sense of ‘hiraeth’ is something...

19.07.2024 1

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