http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/ York Press /news/business/columnists/ en-gb Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:54:24 +0000 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:54:24 +0000 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/rssterms/ M6 nvincent@newsquest.co.uk (Nigel Vincent) webmaster@digitalmedia.newsquest.co.uk (Tim Joy) http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/resources/images/1001327/?type=rsslogo http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/ http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/5036689.Relationships_that_can_turn_sour/?ref=rss “Our eyes met across the photocopier and I realised it was love at first sight” No this isn’t the start of my latest romantic novel but a reminder that many personal relationships start in the workplace. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:40:33 +0000 bf2b4654207d6bb97f6781eac9988c34 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/5036647.Chamber_comment/?ref=rss At our recent forum we invited members to discuss procurement policy and it was obvious that this is an extremely important issue. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:21:02 +0000 a78af42e19d6f50ec164be77ddebc281 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/5036213.When_you_lose_capacity/?ref=rss IT IS a harsh fact of life that an increasing number of people lose their mental capabilities as they get older and recent estimates suggest that one in three people are likely to suffer from some form of dementia. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:44:01 +0000 eef51259488ffc729bbbac23eb2ed17f http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4885552.The_advantage_of_getting_it_in_writing/?ref=rss IS A written contract of employment really necessary? Well, legally, no. A contract of employment is a legal agreement between an employer and an employee and can be either verbal or in writing. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:24:15 +0000 1c88dccde8d1e46cd6e0e3d68ed474ef http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4885333.Taxing_time_after_death/?ref=rss THE bad news is that when someone dies, their estate may be subject to Inheritance Tax and the rate at which it is levied is 40 per cent, one of the highest tax rates around. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:21:19 +0000 29ba7261ed6ea7f9fe067c98d9b2c790 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4885324.Chamber_comment/?ref=rss York businesses optimistic for year ahead Last week’s GDP figures revealed that the country is finally out of the recession, with reports of economic growth for the first time in two years – even if it was a rather meagre 0.1%. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:18:13 +0000 8d4c712ce5f5db72532d0d31e29ffd48 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4846370.A_new_year_brings_new_legislation/?ref=rss WITH 2009 being the most difficult of years for many businesses we look forward with renewed hope that 2010 will bring new opportunities and economic recovery. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:54:03 +0000 ae62555921b6d3aa1680c73cc10bf5ff http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4846241.Where_there_is_no_will__but_a_need/?ref=rss GENERALLY, people are free to leave their property in their will as they think fit. It’s called the freedom of testamentary disposition. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:12:55 +0000 4f587d6410bd23f3137f00ad0db9e799 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4771581.Where_there___s_a_will_there___s_peace_of_mind/?ref=rss WHEN a person dies, having left a will, they will usually have appointed an executor. The advantage of having an executor is that there is somebody who can act immediately to sort out urgent matters and, also, to deal with personal affairs. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:41:17 +0000 52643895860ffb8e2ac70372bad63b21 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4771507.The_trouble_with_going_to_a_tribunal/?ref=rss The main problem with taking a claim to an employment tribunal, for either party, is the risk of losing the case; not only the financial cost, which can run in to thousands, but the associated damage to your name, your reputation and, to a certain degree, your integrity or brand image. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:29:49 +0000 85269ad409876aac556323d42eabc8c6 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4769753.Chamber_comment/?ref=rss AT THE chamber we know that in order to make your business better we need to ensure that our members have access to the key influencers in British business and politics. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:37:31 +0000 7b37d1d2b00e05d9d7019437d2d8b06c http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4717603.Can_you_retire_employees_at_the_age_of_65_/?ref=rss The answer (for now) is ‘yes’. In the recent case known as the “Heyday Challenge”, the High Court has decided that the UK’s Default Retirement Age (DRA) of 65 is still lawful. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:31:46 +0000 a1948008d2a6bb57b2276bea286f7ade http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4717146.Chamber_comment/?ref=rss At the Chamber we want to know what you think about the issues in your local area. We believe that is important that all of our members have the opportunity to voice their opinions and their chance to shape local policy. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:24:13 +0000 0774e64d690002155d3fdb72bb06332c http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4667814.Adviser___s_role_vital_for_funding/?ref=rss Access to finance with Jeremy Oliver, director at Garbutt & Elliott. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:09:24 +0100 7efa9616bb3c7d106728ec1e11521a30 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4667809.York_Central_____It___s_Not_Over_Yet/?ref=rss Last week saw York being dealt a potentially devastating blow when it was announced that the £1 billion York Central transformation scheme has been put on hold and the search for a developer suspended. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:04:03 +0100 5d7f2b6c7b9bcb17559cb0b261ab1955 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4667807.Handling__the_Evolving_Agenda/?ref=rss Chris Hearld, a partner at KPMG considers the challenges facing York’s economy. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:02:43 +0100 07e96557c6cbe791956738fc7780d845 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4667782.Enhanced_rights_for_parents_and_carers/?ref=rss by Gillian Markland head of employment law at Ingrams Solicitors. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 07:52:13 +0100 1891e141a14a68e2209c7a86256b034f http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4574346.There___s_more_to_web_development_than_just_web_development/?ref=rss “50% of our marketing budget is wasted - but we don’t know which 50%”. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:58:44 +0100 e9907d6087229d9700f400fe183a6d38 http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4574332.Chamber_comment/?ref=rss York’s tourism industry has had a fantastic summer! Local hotels and tourist attractions are reporting an increase in visitor numbers from last year as more and more Brits are deciding to take their summer holidays within the British Isles in what is becoming known as a ‘staycation’. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:50:19 +0100 99f5cd515e648529c63f8316a03a5b3f http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/business/columnists/4574286.Getting_prepared_to_meet_up_with_your_bank_manager/?ref=rss THIS column is the second of a series aimed at providing businesses with an awareness of sources of funding and financial support – and how to access it. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:34:50 +0100 a0490bcb5d1fa5366f7ea31d66dd6b08