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The Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold at 5 per cent. The decision was expected as the downturn in the economy, which seems to be gathering pace, had to be balanced against the risk of rising inflation. The Monetary Policy Committee's primary goal is to keep inflation at 2 per cent. At the moment it stands at 3.8 per cent. Although the majority of members voted to hold rates last month, one supported a cut, while another wanted an increase.       |
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Give your business a Christmas health check
Christmas can be a busy time of year for many SMES. Dave Golding of Bibby Financial Services is encouraging owners and managers to ‘stop and pause’ and review their business to ensure it’s in the best possible shape for the year ahead.
Marketing
Intellectual Property
Even the simplest of companies generates intellectual property occasionally. Read EN’s guide to protecting and exploiting it.
Marketing
Credit crunch proof advertising
When belts are tightened the marketing budget is often the first to face the chop. Amanda Alexander, managing director of media planning and buying specialist WHICHMEDIA doesn't think this is a good idea.
