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Less sick leave in small businesses

Staff in small businesses take less than a quarter of the sick leave that staff in larger organisations do, according to a new survey.

Women more likely to skip lunch break

A new UK survey of people’s lunchtime eating habits has revealed women are more likely to skip lunch breaks than men, generally because they’re too busy.

New site offers "green"­ corporate gifts

A new website based in Essex is dedicated to selling environmentally-friendly promotional gifts.

UK women-only trade directory launched

A new UK online trade directory has been launched that lists only female businesses.

Working good for health

A new review of how working affects wellbeing found that working is healthier than being unemployed.

Do you know an inspiring woman in science, engineering and technology?

The UK Resource Centre for Women in Science, Engineering and Technology is seeking Women Of Outstanding Achievement in these fields to feature in their photographic exhibition for 2007.

Report shows need to encourage young women into enterprise

New research has led to calls for more government effort to increase young women’s business ownership in the UK.

Enterprising women win "running the gauntlet"­

Two Enterprising Women members are winners of the East of England Development Agency’s (EEDA) ‘running the gauntlet’ competition!

Artistic and Creative Entrepreneurs picking up the PACE

The PACE project has achieved its target number of delegates for its first run.

Production company seeks mums making money

A UK production company is looking for mums starting out in business for a new TV show.