Key summary: Asset finance increased by 25% to £1.7 billion in May over 2010 figures 1,000 small businesses take out equipment finance every day For 80% of firms, capital allowance had no impact on investment decisions A report by the Finance & Leasing...
On November 10th 2011, HSBC announced it will be participating in the Government’s Regional Growth Fund (RGF), and initiative to support businesses that are recruiting. The £25 million which HSBC will receive from the fund will be used to support English small...
Mervyn King, governor of the Bank of England, has urged the government to set incentives for banks to boost the amount of lending to cash-tight small and medium sizes businesses. King has been questioned by members of the parliament’s Treasury Select Committee...
This year’s annual Nursery World 2012 is nearly upon us, taking place on 17th – 18th February. The show is targeted at everyone involved in the early years development of children, including the community, nurseries, care groups and parents alike. Taking...
We’re approaching the annual National Chip Week, held this year on 20th – 26th February across the UK. This year is special however, as the Potato Council are launching their “Choice Chip” awards, designed to highlight the best fish and chip...
Johnson Reed are delighted to announce another successful contract with a school to fund the leasing of new IT equipment. The equipment is based on an operating lease, allowing the school to use the equipment without owning it – complying with some school...
A good business plan is a foundation for any successful business; without one, you’re starting a long journey without a roadmap. One of the main reasons businesses fail is a lack of direction and understanding in the core purpose of the business, and a lack of...
If you’re considering setting up a Franchise, we can help you source finance for both new and established businesses. We have a great deal of experience in working with businesses in many sectors, including retail, catering, and fast food. We will combine our...
We’re a few months away from the Business North West 2012 exhibition in Manchester. Taking place over the 17th and 18th April 2012, the event is one of the premier business exhibitions held in the North West during the year. Free to attend, the exhibition brings...
A preliminary survey of the European leasing market in 2010 by Leaseurope – the trade association representing the automotive rental industry – has shown that new leasing has increased on the continent by 4.9%, raising the total new volume of leased...
