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When he left school, Scott wanted real workplace experience and to earn while he learned. That's exactly what RSM’s school leaver programme gave him.  If you're looking for a place to grow your career, our school leaver programme is the ideal place to begin. https://lnkd.in/e52ZSaUd

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has just made its latest decision to hold the interest rates. Our UK Economist Thomas Pugh joined BBC News’s Business Today earlier this morning to share why he expected interest rates to remain unchanged, at least for now. He highlighted the difficult balancing act facing the Bank: on one hand, rising inflation pressures suggest a need for tighter monetary policy, on the other, a contracting economy urgently requires a stimulus. With the Spring Statement looming, significant changes from the Budget set for April, and new tariffs adding further uncertainty, navigating this decision had never been more complex. https://lnkd.in/eWQJkFrZ

How much data do you need to give up to live in a smart city? As we move towards smarter cities, the balance between convenience and privacy becomes crucial. Smart cities promise a lot from adaptive living spaces to making those everyday journeys more efficient, but at what cost to our personal data? Join Ben Bilsland and Kelly Boorman as they discuss the implications and benefits to building smart cities on the latest episode of The Loop Talking Tech. https://lnkd.in/etbX-cYB

What will the increase in defence spending do for the UK's manufacturing industry?    The government has announced plans to increase spending on defence by around £6bn, raising many questions on how this will be funded and the impacts it may have on the wider economy.   Economist Thomas Pugh shared his insights on how the government may fund these changes, highlighting that the manufacturing sector stands to benefit from increased spending.   Find out more below.  https://lnkd.in/egXnKmKy

Bigger than ‘Big Tech.’ The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 promises to bring major changes to the tech scene. Government wants to enable small and medium sized enterprises to compete more effectively - but what may seem like a positive reform, could very well have unintended consequences. Join our experts to learn more and stay ahead of the curve 👇

UK GAAP is changing—are you ready? With under 12 months to go until the FRS 102 amendments take effect, now is the time to act. From a new revenue recognition model to on-balance sheet accounting for leases, these changes will impact financial reporting, KPIs, covenants, and more. Here’s what your business should be doing right now: ✅ Establish a project plan  ✅ Complete impact assessments ✅ Determine changes to processes and controls ✅ Plan for broader business implications Don’t leave it to the last minute—start preparing now. Our team of experts is ready to help with workshops, impact assessments, and tailored advice to ensure you’re ready to meet the new standards. Learn more and get in contact here: https://lnkd.in/ej8mDtWG

Is tax reform the key to unlocking real estate investment? Peter Graham analyses the responses to our survey on the impact of recent tax increases on the real estate sector in our latest Real Estate 360° report. Ahead of the upcoming Spring Statement, tax concerns remain at the forefront of investor’s considerations. For more insight on what lies ahead, view our full report. https://lnkd.in/eMHpZFmx

2025 is the year ‘stagflation’ rears its head again. But beyond the buzzwords and headlines around sluggish growth and rising inflation, the domestic economy is resilient. Real wage growth is rising Government spending is set to surge Households are in good shape, just missing that all-important confidence boost Read our economist Thomas Pugh's forecasts for the year in our latest Quarterly Economic Outlook. https://lnkd.in/eqcDVyW2

E-invoicing is shaking up the way businesses handle invoices—and the conversation is heating up. HMRC and DBT have kicked off an open consultation (running until 7 May 2025) to shape the future of e-invoicing in the UK. We break down what this means for your business, exploring whether the shift will be mandated or voluntary, the challenges of transitioning from paper to digital, and how this could transform the UK's tax system. Read the full piece and learn how you can influence the future of digital invoicing in the UK. https://lnkd.in/enxquZih

Ever wondered what makes a city truly smart?  Learn what it takes to build the cities of tomorrow and the benefits of smart living on the latest episode of The Loop Talking Tech with Ben Bilsland and Kelly Boorman.  https://lnkd.in/etbX-cYB