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The news section on Small Business UK allows you to keep up to date with the latest news, economic trends and regulatory developments affecting new and established UK small businesses.

Half of senior execs consider data security in their top three concerns

A new survey reveals that over half of senior executives consider data security as one of their top three concerns in 2017.

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Millennial men earning less than the previous generation

New research reveals millennial men are earning less on average than the previous generation.

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Most small business leaders struggle to find time for business management

Only 20 per cent of business owners are spending enough time actually managing their business rather than just ensuring it survives day to day.

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One in five customers select service providers based on perks and benefits

New research finds one in five customers choose their service providers based solely on the perks and benefits package on offer from these companies.

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January sees weaker growth in staff placements

The latest Report on Jobs has seen demand for staff reach a 17-month high as staff placements sees weaker growth.

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Limited company directors fail to understand basic business concepts

The true extent of UK Limited company directors lack of key business knowledge and their business fears have been revealed for the first time.

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Midlands engine roars ahead in start-up surge

Birmingham tops list of UK’s ten most entrepreneurial hubs outside London, research reveals.

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Cyber security readiness study finds widespread shortcomings

International study of 3,000 businesses shows widespread variations in cyber security readiness.

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Midlands engine roars ahead in start-up surge

Birmingham tops list of UK’s ten most entrepreneurial hubs outside London, research reveals.

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Cyber security readiness study finds widespread shortcomings

International study of 3,000 businesses shows widespread variations in cyber security readiness.

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Admin is killing UK business: A quarter of managers struggle daily

UK bosses report that administration tasks pose a significant drain on their time that could be better spent elsewhere, study reveals.

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Manufacturing optimism reaches 20-month high

Optimism in the UK manufacturing industry reaches a 20-month high, but rising inflation remains a concern for wider UK economy.

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London mayor backs new initiative to improve diversity in business

Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, is backing a new initiative by Pride in London and OUTstanding to improve diversity in business.

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Accountants call for clarity over National Insurance Contributions scrap

Accountancy firm Bishop Fleming fears that scrapping National Insurance Contributions could negatively affect the self employed.

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world