As political journalists revel in the Westminster scrum for news of what the incoming prime minister’s policies may be, here are some thoughts on what businesses need.

It’s Independents Week and it’s also the beginning of Cambridge Open Studios. In this week’s piece from Ian Sandison, he talks about the fantastic variety of independent businesses in Cambridge and this week is the perfect opportunity to show your love and support for your local indie shops, restaurants and more!

In this week’s piece from Ian Sandison, he reflects upon Cambridge during the summer months and the events which are coming up in the city during this season.

The newly announced High Potential Talent visa scheme is aimed at attracting the world’s top talent to our shores and by in large this will be a good thing for the UK. This though will not solve the current skills crisis in retail hospitality and leisure (RHL).

A new transport consultation launched this week, yes, another one, could see many city centre streets become car free and threaten vital access to businesses at a time of post covid recovery.

Mayor Dr Nik Johnson’s Combined Authority are holding another transport consultation. Read Cambridge CEO, Ian Sandison’s thoughts in his latest Opinion Piece.

I spent Friday night out on the town, great I hear you say, actually I was part of a multi-agency team self-assessing our beautiful city for our Purple Flag award. This is a nationally recognised scheme that accredits a city as having a safe evening economy.

As we enter May and the weather improves then a real sense that, summer is coming is in the air. The football season is heading to a dramatic end, the cricket season has started and people’s thoughts are turning to summer holidays.

Easter is a time for reflection and new beginnings, in this week’s opinion piece Ian Sandison, Cambridge BID CEO reflects upon Cambridge and the many signs of business rebirth we are starting to see in the city.