Expert Commentary

In the world of business, things are constantly changing. Our expert academics explain and give their views on the latest hot topics from the worlds of law, business, HR, finance, retail and much more.

Economy

Expert comment: 2024 Autumn Budget

In light of yesterday’s Autumn Budget being unveiled by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, University of Salford economist, Dr Richard Whittle, shares his thoughts.

Economy

2024 Autumn Budget predictions

As the 2024 Autumn Budget fast approaches, the first to be delivered by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, Dr Richard Whittle, University Fellow at the University of Salford’s Business School, shares his predictions. The UK’s budget on the 30 October 2024, under the stewardship of Chancellor Rachel Reeves, will likely emphasise economic stability as […]

Office

Expert comment: Employment Rights Bill

Ahead of the government unveiling the highly anticipated Employment Rights Bill tomorrow, Salford Business School's Senior Lecturer in Human Resources Management and Employment Law, Dr Jonathan Lord, shares his thoughts.