HMRC’s digital transformation revolutionises Child Benefit claims
Whitley Stimpson, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, announce the ground breaking changes made by HMRC to the process of claiming Child Benefit.
Oxfordshire
Where it all began. B4 started in Oxfordshire in 2006 and has continued to grow and expand to other areas.
B4’s PLATINUM 50th Celebration Breakfast at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons
B4, the premier business network in Oxfordshire, hosted a milestone event today – the PLATINUM 50th Celebration Breakfast at the iconic Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. It was the culmination of a year of significant growth of its Platinum Membership, reaching an impressive half-century.
Elevating Your Workspace in 2024: The Future of Office Design
Office Design Trends for 2024 The landscape of office spaces has undergone a transformative shift driven by evolving workplace strategies. In 2024, the focus is on delivering high-quality office environments with pleasing aesthetics in today’s workplaces to align with the changing expectations of businesses. Premium Workspace Demands: As companies explore reducing office footprints, the emphasis remains […]
Navigating HR & OD Challenges in 2024: A Guide to a...
Introduction: As we step into the New Year, the ever-evolving landscape of human resources (HR) and organisational development (OD) presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges for HR Professionals, Leaders, and Managers. From adapting to accommodate ongoing workforce needs or addressing emerging trends, January 2024 sets the stage for those responsible to proactively shape the […]
New legislative changes are set to upheave rules from 1st January...
Here’s an overview of the key changes that will kick-in from the 1st of January 2024: Simplified Holiday Pay Calculations: The proposed changes permit rolled-up holiday pay for part-year workers and those with irregular working hours. Retained EU Case Law Clarification: Carryover of 4 weeks annual leave to the following year in cases where a […]
World-renowned designers announced for major new fashion exhibition at Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace has announced the line-up of world-class designers, fashion houses, and labels that will feature in its biggest exhibition to date, Icons of British Fashion, opening in March 2024.
Online traders warned to seek advice after new HMRC crackdown
People who boost their income through online trading are being warned of a new crackdown by HMRC.
A Look Back on 2023 and what to Expect in 2024 from...
2023 has been a bumper year of over 70 events for B4 across our two communities in Oxfordshire and Shropshire with 2024 promising even more in terms of a bumper events calendar and some exciting new additions to the increasing list of benefits for B4 Members.
Oxford Brookes hosts event looking at the future of autonomous transport
The future of transport and the challenges facing the development of smart, connected and autonomous vehicles was discussed at a two-day event at Oxford Brookes University earlier this month.
Strategic Focus on B4 Platinum Sees 6X growth in one year
Up until January of this year B4 had enjoyed the support of a small group of Platinum Members who in turn enjoyed priority access to high-quality dinners at wonderful venues including Blenheim Palace, Saïd Business School, Nicholsons and Oxford University colleges.
Aston & James Wins at National Industry Awards
Industry Celebration of 2023 Aston & James are delighted to have won the New Dealer of the Year award at The Office Friendly Awards 2023. The Office Friendly national industry awards Office Friendly was founded in 1994 when independent business supply resellers teamed up to achieve exclusive trading arrangements. They realised that the more you […]
Blenheim Palace ‘mous-terpiece’ broughtto life for lucky competition winner
A budding young artist’s beautifully designed costume has taken pride of place in Blenheim Palace’s spectacular reimagination of Sleeping Beauty.
