The name and remit of my Committee has changed, meaning that I no longer lead Parliament’s oversight of energy and climate policy. This area of work is very close to my heart, and part of my motivations for being an MP. As I said at my farewell speech at Ofgem (see the clip below), I’ll continue to do all I can to deliver our Net Zero mission. I am now Chair of the House of Commons Business and Trade Committee. (And, yes, the outcomes of the regulator-led investigations into Royal Mail will come

Trade name vs. trademark do you know the difference, and why both can make or break your business?” Many business owners think their business name alone is enough to protect their brand. But here’s the reality: A trade name is the official name your business operates under. It’s what customers see on your shop sign, invoices, contracts, and legal documents. Think of it as your business’s legal identity. A trademark, however, protects your unique brand elements like your logo, slogan, or even a p

‼️Here’s the step by step guide on how to pick the right name for your business! Before you go and register your business you wan to make sure you complete these steps First! 1️⃣Check your Secretary of State for name availability. This should be step one so you don’t clear everywhere else and find out you can’t register the name in your state. 2️⃣Go to the NAICS website to ensure your business name isn’t considered hig-risk. Check their published high-risk industry lists for names to avoid. 📌In