Business

Every year, thousands of workplace accidents occur across the UK and Ireland, ranging from minor cuts and bruises to life-threatening emergencies. In these critical moments, the difference between a full recovery and a tragic outcome often depends on the immediate response of those present. For businesses, ensuring that employees are equipped with first aid knowledge isn't merely a regulatory tick-box exercise—it's a fundamental responsibility that can save lives, protect livelihoods, and safeguard organisational reputation.

First aid training represents one of the most valuable...

Healthcare providers operate in one of the most sensitive and highly regulated sectors. Hospitals, GP surgeries, dental practices, pharmacies, nursing homes, and private clinics handle enormous volumes of confidential information every day. From patient medical histories and prescriptions to staff records and financial documents, the data stored on paper is both personal and highly valuable. In the UK and Ireland, healthcare organisations face strict legal obligations to protect this information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access.

Given the high level of risk associated...

Discover how the UK’s alien safety has become the spotlight due to the increase in cyber risks and the need to protect online users.

Local small businesses across the South West are gearing up to take their share of a much-needed Christmas boost, as new data predicts the UK could spend £5.3 billion with small firms over the festive period, delivering critical end-of-year gains for this vital segment of the economy.

In wider positive economic signs, new data from the Small Business Saturday campaign also found Brits could spend over £23 billion in total across the UK this festive season, representing a nominal 16% year-on-year spending rise.

On average, one fifth of the nation’s seasonal spending pot...