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Business Clinic
Where do businesses stand with part-time employees?
Question: I am concerned that my sales are lower than forecasted. What can I
do to better manage my cash flow during this slow period?
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Inside Business Clinic
Where you stand with strict liability in business
Tuesday, 10 November 2009
Question: I am concerned about how my family would cope if I became incapable
of managing my financial affairs due to an accident or serious illness. I
was thinking about signing an Enduring Power of Attorney but I heard that
the law has changed. What should I do?
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Can firm use temporary staff to help it thwart strike action?
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Question: I’ve been reading the press reports about Royal Mail’s plans to
recruit 30,000 temps to deal with a backlog of mail caused by striking
employees. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) claims this is illegal. My
organisation may be facing its own strike soon and we had planned to ‘plug
the gap’ with agency temps. So what is the position?
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If you are unhappy with your bank, how easy is it to change?
Tuesday, 27 October 2009
Q: I signed my house over to my children about 10 years ago in order to avoid inheritance tax but have heard that this might be challenged by HM Revenue & Customs. Is this correct?
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If you have a good business idea don't let recession hold you back
Tuesday, 20 October 2009
Question: I have an idea for a business but in the current economic climate
I'm not sure it's the best time to start up. Do you have any advice?
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If workers have to retire at 65 can they claim unfair dismissal?
Tuesday, 13 October 2009
Question: The October 31 self-assessment tax deadline is fast approaching and
I'm having problems receiving the right forms from HMRC - what should I do?
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Taxing issues, recovering debt and making investments work harder
Tuesday, 6 October 2009
Question: I am a landlord and have agreed to rent out a property to students
but find the rules confusing. Can you help?
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Networking, students and loan protection; it's a jungle out there
Tuesday, 29 September 2009
Question: I know that networking is an important component in business
development but how do I make best use of networking opportunities to
encourage new business leads?
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Firms must comply with minimum wage or be left to count the cost
Tuesday, 22 September 2009
Question: I am the owner of a small business and I am concerned about the
change to minimum wage within the new business rules which will come into
effect on October 1. What will this mean for my business and what changes
will I need to make to implement this?
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It may not be home sweet home when property prices start to fall
Tuesday, 15 September 2009
Question: I signed a contract to purchase a new build apartment — completion
was due to take place last week. Its value has fallen to less than the
purchase price and I cannot get a mortgage to purchase the property — What
should I do?
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Details on government schemes for businesses available online
Tuesday, 8 September 2009
Question: I often read about government schemes that are designed to
help business, but how do I find out more about them?
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Free advice for employers to help with staff mental health issues
Tuesday, 1 September 2009
Question: I am a small employer and one of my employees has been off
sick for months with anxiety and depression. How best can I support him when
he returns next month?
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Support programmes are available to assist with disability in the workplace
Tuesday, 25 August 2009
Question: One of my staff has recently become disabled. I really don’t
want to lose this person but am afraid the disability will impose an extra
burden on my business. Is there any help out there to assist me in keeping
this employee?
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Act before the five year deadline to preserve planning permission
Tuesday, 18 August 2009
Question: A number of years ago I obtained planning permission for a
site that I do not yet want to develop. Is there anything I need to do to
preserve the planning permission?
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Non-executive directors can help you achieve higher profit margins
Tuesday, 11 August 2009
Question: I’m so busy running the business from one day to the next that I
don’t have time to think about the bigger picture and our long-term
strategy. Some people have suggested appointing a non-executive director to
our board. Would this be a good solution for my company?
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A closer look at the benefits of having a patent on your invention
Tuesday, 4 August 2009
Question: I have invented a new kitchen implement that I think could be
very successful. How important is it for me to get a patent for it before I
speak to manufacturers?
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Revised contracts are needed if a salary sacrifice scheme is used
Tuesday, 28 July 2009
Question: My business is facing budgetary constraints and I am
considering implementing a salary sacrifice scheme. Please clarify what this
means and how to put it in place.
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Unlocking the differences between administration and liquidation
Tuesday, 21 July 2009
Question: I am owed money by a company which has gone into
administration. What does this mean — is it the same as liquidation?
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Giving your team a clear purpose can help strengthen your business
Tuesday, 7 July 2009
Question: I’ve spent time looking at my cash flow and costs. We’re also
working hard on winning business in these tough times. What else can I do to
strengthen my business?
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If someone attempts to freeze your assets a sound legal case is needed
Tuesday, 30 June 2009
Question: I have received an application from someone trying to freeze
my assets — what should I do?
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Outplacement counselling is key for redundant staff in tough times
Tuesday, 23 June 2009
Question: What advice do you have for firms having to lay-off
professional or executive staff?
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Business Poll: Corporation Tax?
Should Northern Ireland be allowed to adopt the same rate of Corporaton Tax as the Republic?
Should Northern Ireland be allowed to adopt the same rate of Corporaton Tax as the Republic?
| Yes |
 73% |
| No |
 27% |
ACADEMIC SELECTION
Which of these statements do you agree with
Which of these statements do you agree with
| The 11-Plus should be retained |
45% |
| The 11-Plus should be replaced by another form of academic selection |
29% |
| All forms of academic selection should be outlawed in Northern Ireland |
25% |
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