September 18, 2025| www.familyfriendlyworking.co.uk
When times are tight and the cost of living is rising, it can be hard to see how you can boost your budget. Your home can be an unexpected way to make money – here are four ideas to get you started| Family Friendly Working
By Becky Westwood, Organisational Psychologist at Monkey Puzzle Training and Consultancy, and author of ‘Can I Offer You Something? Expert Ways to Unpack the Horrors of Organisational Feedback’| Family Friendly Working
As children across the UK settle back into the new school term, a former state secondary headteacher is launching a new online school, she...| Family Friendly Working
Your car often has to play a variety of different roles. It provides a way to commute for work and school commitments, then a...| Family Friendly Working
Launching a new business can be both exciting and overwhelming. But one of the biggest challenges start-ups will face on their journey is building...| Family Friendly Working
Homeowners often dedicate time to cleaning, redecorating, and repairing the inside of their properties, but the outside is just as important. A roof is...| Family Friendly Working
Nearly a quarter (22%) of mums think it’s unrealistic to progress in their career with children – almost three times higher than dads (8%)...| Family Friendly Working
Travelling with family is equal parts exciting and chaotic. Anyone who’s tried knows it’s rarely smooth sailing, but the memories usually make the bumps...| Family Friendly Working
Singapore’s Stick ‘Em earns $1M prize for affordable STEAM kits and digital platform, recognised for expanding access to quality education worldwide The Hult Prize...| Family Friendly Working
The kitchen is often the most lived-in space in a home, and unfortunately, often the most overlooked when it comes to waste. Plastic packaging,...| Family Friendly Working
Your finance team probably interacts with AI several times before lunch – but they don’t call it that. From the spam filter protecting their...| Family Friendly Working
The end of the year creeps up quickly. One minute you’re knee-deep in projects, and the next, your manager is sending you a diary invite with “Annual Review” in the subject line.| Family Friendly Working
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The results of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count are in, and while the numbers are a vast improvement on 2024’s record lows, the charity has warned that urgent measures are still needed to reverse long-term decline.| Family Friendly Working
Despite HMRC communication on Making Tax Digital for Income tax I find business owners are unaware of how, when and if it will impact them. From next tax year (26/27) sole traders and landlords with a combined turnover of £50,000 in the tax year 24/25 will be required to submit quarterly reports to HMRC, this is in addition to filing a self assessment tax return. The following year that threshold will fall to £30,000 and the subsequent year £20,000, ultimately covering a significant portio...| Family Friendly Working
Are you worrying about the cost of staying warm this Autumn? If you have kids to feed and keep happy as well it can feel very bleak, but there are things that you can do to offset the increase in prices and earn a little extra that should help.| Family Friendly Working
By Jamie Dobson, author of ‘Visionaries, Rebels and Machines: The story of humanity’s extraordinary journey from electrification to cloudification’. | Family Friendly Working
The everywoman in Technology Awards, the longest-running programme celebrating the tech industry’s most exceptional female talent, are now open for nominations. Women in tech have until 13th October to submit their entries for this prestigious programme, which is free to enter. | Family Friendly Working
The Classic Boat Festival returns to St Katharine Docks on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September 2025, marking the 16th edition of London’s premier maritime celebration. This year’s festival promises to be the most spectacular yet, as over 50 beautiful vintage and exquisitely preserved vessels assemble in the historic central and west basins of London’s only central marina.| Family Friendly Working
Joanne Hope, 42, is a mum to three amazing children, one of whom is autistic. She says, “Family is at the heart of everything I do—my children inspire me every day, and my business really grew from wanting to make life easier and more joyful for them.” Joanne runs Diverse MMX, a clothing and accessories brand that combines fashion with function. She designs fidget-friendly clothing and sensory aids that are stylish, bold, and fun—so people can express themselves while also having bui...| Family Friendly Working
Planning for the future is something most people recognise as important, yet many delay making key legal arrangements until circumstances force their hand. Whether it’s preparing a will, managing assets, securing a family home, or dealing with a relationship breakdown, the legal steps we take, or fail to take, can have lasting consequences for those we care about most.| Family Friendly Working
The latest analysis from the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA) reveals that the UK boasts one of the most reliable payroll systems globally, with an average of just one error per 1,000 payslips processed.| Family Friendly Working
The UK government may be celebrating favourable tariffs with the USA and new trade deals with countries outside the EU, but the vast majority of UK small businesses are now focused on the domestic British market to secure growth over the next 12-months, according to new research from Novuna Business Finance.| Family Friendly Working
Many vehicles pamper front-seat passengers with heated seats and large infotainment displays, but those in the back often feel neglected. If you’re seeking a vehicle that does more than just transport your family and instead turns car rides into memorable experiences, treat your passengers to these seven features that kids love. | Family Friendly Working
Have you been getting ready to embark on that dream family vacation? With the holiday season here, there’s no doubt you’ll be jetting off to create shared experiences and memories that last a lifetime. | Family Friendly Working
The latest analysis from the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA) suggests that the recent increases to Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) could result in the UK struggling to incentivise employment, as illustrated by the tax wedge.| Family Friendly Working
New Robert Walters’ research links shrinking entry-level opportunities with growing talent bottlenecks| Family Friendly Working
The percentage of UK small businesses predicting growth has fallen for the fourth consecutive quarter, plummeting to the low levels seen during the lockdown era of 2020, according to new research from Novuna Business Finance.| Family Friendly Working
Blenheim Palace will be buzzing with excitement this summer as it launches its first-ever ‘Bee on the Lookout’ Eco Count, a fun and educational challenge aimed at inspiring young explorers.| Family Friendly Working
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Leaders who say one thing but do another aren’t just letting their teams down — they’re harming their own performance too, according to new research from Durham University Business School.| Family Friendly Working
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The latest Commercial Property Demand Index from specialist property finance expert, Rangewell, reveals that while investor appetite across the sector held steady in Q2, strong levels of owner-occupied commercial mortgage activity are helping drive market performance, as business owners increasingly move from renting to buying their long-term premises for their operations whilst reducing monthly costs.| Family Friendly Working
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A misunderstood learning difficulty could be silently affecting millions of children across the UK – and many families have never even heard of it.| Family Friendly Working
