For 22 years, Grant Thornton’s global Women in Business research has tracked progress on female representation in senior leadership across the mid‑market. This year’s findings reveal a world moving forward, and a UK in danger of losing ground. As last year’s report warned, without decisive action, the mid‑market risks creating a missed generation of female leaders. The 2026 data suggests that moment may already be here.
Discover how leaders can break free from crisis thinking, embrace smart risk‑taking, and drive growth with insights from business psychology and financial services experts.
Upcoming employment tax compliance changes to be aware of and annual filing requirements for 2025/26 with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Three pathways and tangible actions businesses can take today to have a positive impact on women in senior leadership tomorrow.
In this episode we discuss the latest developments and challenges in the motor finance industry.
Why is policy driving demand for skills and training deals? Stay informed with our latest M&A review.
Despite geopolitical and economic uncertainty, the mid-market still sees international business as a key growth driver.
Our expert guests break down the complexities and nuances of the impact of emissions and greenhouse gases on deal value, shedding light on how environmental considerations can significantly influence the valuation and success of deals in today's landscape.
Hybrid capital offers a bespoke and flexible source of funding, how can it be used and what are the benefits?
The controversy over the FCA’s proposal to name and shame firms under investigation and the political and industry opposition to it, PRA Business Plan and its focus on international policy, growth and AI regulation and the FCA’s finalised guidance on anti-greenwashing are just some of the key topics discussed by David Morrey and Ben Farmer in this episode.
The healthcare market is still an attractive prospect for investors. Stay informed on the key deals in our M&A review.
As UK SOX is likely to increase demand for third party risk assurance, we look at the options and key considerations.
With rising investment into the nascent green hydrogen sector, we explain why valuing green hydrogen projects requires a different approach.
How can audit chairs get the best out of their committees? Carole Cran explains her approach to the role at Halma plc.
Next steps for motor finance firms struggling to provide precise data to the FCA.
Proposed new accounting rules could impact covenant compliance and perceptions of indebtedness
How is ESG influencing mid-market lending in 2024? Find out with the results of our annual survey of UK-based lenders.
Financial models should be built up from layers of detail. Find out how to effectively create layered forecasts.
How will the Government's updates to its framework for adopting international sustainability standards impact FS firms?
