News & Insights Hub
The news hub lists all articles and is the internal linking engine for topical authority. Every sector page should link to at least one relevant article. Publish minimum one article per month.
Publishing Rules
- Minimum one article per month — consistency matters more than volume.
- A mix works best: one sector-specific piece per month, occasional cross-sector fundamentals.
- Every article must include at least one internal link to a service page and one to a sector page.
- Apply FAQ schema to every FAQ block in articles — validate in Google Rich Results Test.
- Author byline on every article. Consistent name and credentials for E-E-A-T signal.
- Sitewide compliance footer on every news post.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do we need to publish weekly?
No — consistency matters more than volume. Monthly minimum is the baseline.
Should articles be sector-specific?
A mix works best: one sector piece per month plus occasional cross-sector fundamentals.
Should we use FAQ schema on articles?
Optional but useful where the article answers common questions. Validate in Google Rich Results Test.
Should we link out to regulators?
Yes where relevant — use reputable sources such as scheme pages and regulator websites.
Should every article link to a service page?
Yes — at least one relevant service page and one sector page per article.
Should we include author names?
Yes — add a consistent author byline to strengthen the E-E-A-T signal.
Can we reuse existing articles?
Yes, migrate existing articles and update dates only if substantially refreshed.
Should we add a newsletter signup?
Optional — can help retention if GDPR compliant.
Do we need images?
A simple header image is enough; keep it lightweight and relevant.
Do news posts need a disclaimer?
Yes — include the sitewide footer and avoid advice wording.
Should we add breadcrumbs?
Yes, good for UX and SEO.
Is this regulated advice?
No — process explanation only.
