Many large retailers and supermarkets now manufacture and sell their own brand electrical products and domestic appliances  - everything from headphones and hair-straighteners to kettles, microwaves and large white goods.

As a sole trader, a franchisee, or a director within a partnership, you are your business’ most valuable asset.

The search is on for the top apprentices working in construction. The Berkeley Group has launched a call for entries at the start of its second annual Apprentice Awards campaign.

Darren Farrar (pictured), energy segment manager at Schneider Electric comments:

Veritas Recruitment Solutions has won a prestigious contract to support G&H Group, as the leading mechanical and electrical engineering company embarks on a major expansion and recruitment programme.

NICEIC’s Jobs for the Girls campaign is up for a gong at this year’s Women in Construction awards. The campaign has been shortlisted for the best staff training and development award at the ceremony which takes place in Manchester on March 1. NICEIC CEO Emma Clancy commented: “Although more women