Investment habits have changed rapidly over the last few years in the UK, with individuals leaning on investments to provide them with financial independence.
The 'Great Resignation' in the UK is in full effect, with analysis by Deutsche Bank finding that more people left their jobs at the start of 2022 than at any point in the last decade, with Brits considering their options caused by the pandemic.
The launch of the 'Levelling up' strategy, unveiled by Michael Gove, will take until 2030 and aims to improve services such as education, broadband and transport. The Levelling up missions include: to increase pay, employment and productivity in all areas of the UK and raise public investment in research and development outside the south-east of England by 40%.
Britain has become a hub for small businesses as latest government statistics show that 1,800 companies are being set up every day, with London and the South-East the most popular places to start a business. The UK seems to be thriving in what can be seen as a transition period as businesses get used to a post-Brexit and post-Covid Britain.
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