Ian BussApr 23Academy surplus balances increase year on year giving the potential for an extra £33m in interest.Academy reserves increase year on year
Ian BussMar 3123 million reasons you should review your investment policyThe March meeting of the Bank of England’s monetary policy committee resulted in Bank base rate increasing to the pre-pandemic level of...
Ian BussFeb 28Schools and Academies Show returns to London for first time in 2 yearsThe UK’s largest education policy event returns to London to deliver an unforgettable face-to-face experience for leaders across the...
Ian BussSep 10, 2021Deposits - The Big 4 vs Challenger BanksWhy are the Big 4 banks currently paying around 0% for instant access deposits yet other UK banks are paying between 0.10% and 0.50%?...
Ian BussJun 29, 2021Spreading your bank counterparty risk and improving the interest earned on your cashSince deposit interest rates reduced in early 2020, we have been working hard to find a multi-bank solution for schools to have the...
Ian BussApr 14, 2021Making your reserves work harder in a low interest rate environmentWe saw interest rates on deposits tumble during 2020 with many schools now seeing significant reductions in the interest they receive and...
Steve BoltMar 16, 2021The Best Energy Contract for your School?How to get the best Energy contract for your school(s). The energy market has changed considerably in recent years, making it harder for...
Ian BussDec 8, 20206 Easy Tips for Cyber SecurityMore time on-line means more opportunities for fraudsters. Six tips to help keep you safe: 1) Use a unique (& strong) password for your...
Ian BussNov 5, 2020Operating Leases. Did you know you have a choice?Our initial research tells us that, if a school decides to fund using an Operating Lease, almost without fail, they: 1) Choose the...
Ian BussSep 22, 2020What every independent school needs to know about term loansHaving worked with independent schools over the last 10 years and supported hundreds of millions of term funding, there are a number of...
Ian BussJul 7, 2020Making your MAT banking structure work for you (reduced mandates and less risk) Here you will find the information needed for you to decide if your banking structure needs revising.
Ian BussJun 2, 2020Guidance for School First AidersWith phased re-opening under way, now is an ideal time to review and check your First Aiders updated responsibilities
Ian BussMay 18, 2020Reoccupation Risk Assessment for your schoolLet’s face it, Health & Safety compliance is essential in all areas of life but, following our sustained period of reduced opening in...
Ian BussMay 5, 2020How is your School's DPO coping right now?Let’s face it, even at the best of times being a DPO is challenge enough. Schools hold an incredible amount of truly sensitive data and...
Ian BussJan 19, 2020Are you an easy target?This article appeared in the December / January 2020 issue of Education Executive Magazine
Ian BussDec 20, 2019Spreading the Risk and Reaping the RewardsMany schools are under the assumption that they are tied to their existing bank for their deposits. You are NOT!