Small Business Banking

Whether you’re just starting a new business, are an established SME or a sole trader, our small business banking section has an extensive selection of useful guides and advice for those seeking the best business bank account for their enterprise.

Key banking issues for UK entrepreneurs include bank charges, account fees and transaction costs, overdraft facilities, business credit cards, savings accounts, and business support services – all of which we cover here.

What are the best business bank accounts in the UK?

Make the right decision about your small business bank account, whether you're just starting out or you're more established

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Best business bank accounts for sole traders

We’ve rounded up some of the best business bank accounts created with sole traders in mind

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Most banks not allowing small businesses to open bank accounts

Most high-street banks were closed to small firms wanting to open business bank accounts during the height of the pandemic. Are they back?

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Do you need a business bank account? Which one is right for you?

Do you need a business bank account and what are the right questions to ask when choosing one?

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Opening a business bank account – how-to and best accounts

In this piece, we'll look at how to go about opening a business account in the UK and what services are out there.

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Can I open a business bank account after bankruptcy?

Having a business go bankrupt is a calamity for any owner-manager. But that doesn’t mean you cannot still have a bank account

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12 of the best digital banking platforms for small business in 2023

Considering a digital banking platform over one of the traditional stalwarts? We've picked out 12 of the best for your perusal.

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Why you need a business bank account

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Funding your small business

12 of the best digital banking platforms for small business in 2023

Considering a digital banking platform over one of the traditional stalwarts? We've picked out 12 of the best for your perusal.

Small Business Banking

Why you need a business bank account

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Small Business Banking

Treasury small business loans could be permanent

Treasury in talks with banks about making Government-backed loans to SMEs to help them grow a permanent offer.

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5 benefits of using a business bank account over a personal account

In this article, we take a look at five reasons you should be using a business bank account over a personal account

News

Businesses struggling to repay £20bn of Covid loans

Accountancy firm Azets says businesses struggling to repay Covid-19 debt may default on £20bn of Covid loans, on top of the £4bn worth of fraud the Government already predicts

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