These are the top stories making the headlines across The Business Magazine website today:Hendy appoints Duncan McPhee to new role of Chief Operating OfficerEastleigh-based Hendy Group has appointed Duncan McPhee as Chief Operating Officer, enhancing its executive board for future growth, with McPhee set to join in October and report directly to CEO Paul Hendy.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/companies/hendy-appoints-duncan-mcphee-to-new-role-of-chief-operating-officer/ Research reveals growing parental support for apprenticeships over university New research by Grant Thornton UK LLP reveals that parents are increasingly favoring apprenticeships over university for their children, with a survey of 2,000 parents of 12-21-year-olds highlighting a growing recognition of the benefits of apprenticeships for school leavers.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/recruitment-careers-hr/research-reveals-growing-parental-support-for-apprenticeships-over-university/ Westcott space showcase event returns for 2024The Westcott Space Showcase, highlighting advancements in space innovation and the achievements of on-site companies, is set to return on September 19, 2024.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/technology-innovation/westcott-space-showcase-event-returns-for-2024/