In a recent Institute of Directors survey of over 600 business leaders, 57% stated that they believe that the cost and availability of childcare restricts the capacity of women to take on senior business positions. In addition, 72% were in favour of the provision of more generous government support of childcare costs. The IoD is therefore calling for…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Special Advisor International at the Institute of Directors (IoD) was very pleased to speak and moderate the panel. ‘UK–USA: Opportunities for Business Growth and Collaboration.’ The Event Chair was Andrew Lambert, Chair of the IoD London International Trade Group. The welcome address was kindly delivered by Karin McClelland of the USA Embassy….
Responding to the Government’s new Export Strategy, which sets out a 12 point plan to encourage, inform, connect, and finance businesses to export internationally, Emma Rowland, Policy Advisor at the Institute of Directors, commented: “The government’s new export strategy will help motivate businesses to sell internationally, and boost the UK’s ability to reach new global markets. Our research shows organisations feel…
David Stringer-Lamarre, FortisCL MD and Renter Warden of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass, said that it was a pleasure to be part of the ceremony at Glaziers Hall wherein Sir Stuart Etherington was elevated to being a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass. The Glaziers’ Company…
The Institute of Directors has undertaken an exclusive poll for Dispatches documentary on Channel 4, Did Brexit Work for Business?. The survey asked a number of questions about businesses’ experiences of trading with the EU since the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) came into force in January, in particular looking at concerns about increased costs, both…
Ahead of Monday’s Second Reading of the Skills and Post-16 Education Bill in the House of Commons, the Institute of Directors is calling on the government to accept the Lords amendment to delay the withdrawal of funding for level three technical education qualifications. Alex Hall-Chen, Senior Policy Advisor at the IoD, said: “Delaying the withdrawal of funding…
David Stringer-Lamarre, FortisCL MD said that it was a pleasure to accompany The Master of The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass, Michael Dalton and The Upper Warden Phil Fortey to this important ceremony. It was held in the ancient Guildhall in the City of London. The ‘Silent Ceremony’ is where the Lord Mayor Elect…
Commenting on ONS data that shows GDP rising by 0.6% in September 2021 to 0.6% below its pre-pandemic level, Kitty Ussher, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “On the surface, September felt very different to the summer months with a plummeting of consumer confidence, petrol panic buying and growing realisation of the extent of staff…
The British Malaysian Society breakfast briefing by Tunku Zain Al – ‘Abidin Muhriz. President of Malaysian British Society and Founding President of the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS), Pro-Chancellor of UCSI University, regular contributor to The Star Newspaper and board member of many other organisations. Alongside 20+ member of the The British Malaysian…
David Stringer-Lamarre, FortisCL Managing Director, was very pleased to attend this in-person event held within Imperial College Business School, London. David said that this event was an excellent opportunity to meet with many alumni and hear about the fascinating and varied projects that they are involved with. He also said that it was very good…
Commenting on the decision by the Bank of England not to raise interest rates from a historic low of 0.1%, Kitty Ussher Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “Transitory inflation as the economy reopens is one thing, but the real fear is that inflation will become embedded in routine business decisions. “With the vast majority (86%) of Institute of Directors members now expecting…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Renter Warden of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers & Painters of Glass was very pleased to attend the City Livery Club’s Installation Dinner. This saw the elevation of Shai Umradia to the position of President. It was held in Haberdashers’ Hall. David said that it was a very good…
David Stringer-Lamarre (second from left in the image), FortisCL MD and Special Advisor International, Institute of Directors was very pleased to attend the leadership team meeting of the International Trade Group. This took place before the group’s monthly business gathering, held at The National Liberal Club. The group was pleased to welcome the Chair of The Institute…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Chair’s Ambassador for Television for the Environment was very pleased to attend this event, which not only celebrated Diwali, but also included discussions about COP26 in Glasgow. It was held The Oriental Club in London and alongside the serious discussions there was a charity auction and raffle. Image left…
In a poll of over 600 business leaders, it is clear that firms are not yet confident in their ability to meet net zero goals. The survey found that only 28% of directors’ organisations measure their carbon impact, with only 27% having a well worked out plan of how to reduce their carbon footprint. Additionally, only…
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