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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.

Research shows Brits are set to binge on Christmas TV

A quarter of UK viewers plan to subscribe to a new internet pay-TV service this Christmas, a new study reveals.

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One in five forced to use holiday to attend funerals

Nearly one in five employees have been forced to use their annual leave entitlement or take unpaid leave to attend funerals, a new study reveals.

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Half of commuters plan for flexible working increase in 2017

Half of commuters are looking to ‘work remotely in order to improve their travel schedule’, a new study reveals.

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Millennials unhappy with job prospects plan to quit within six months

Feedback frequency is a major factor in UK millennial job loyalty, according to new survey.

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Christmas click off – the date when Brits finally give up

From Friday 16th December 2016 over half of people working in Britain will have started winding down for Christmas.

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SMEs confident about their business performance in 2017

UK small businesses remain confident going into the festive period as they plan for the new year, a new report reveals.

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UK spend on Small Business Saturday up to £717 million

Saturday saw the UK’s small businesses community benefit from a surge of spending in support of Small Business Saturday.

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Impact of Brexit on skills crisis not significant for SMEs

There is little worry that Brexit will have a radical effect on global talent markets, but there is a fear that Britain will be the main loser, a new report reveals.

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UK spend on Small Business Saturday up to £717 million

Saturday saw the UK’s small businesses community benefit from a surge of spending in support of Small Business Saturday.

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Impact of Brexit on skills crisis not significant for SMEs

There is little worry that Brexit will have a radical effect on global talent markets, but there is a fear that Britain will be the main loser, a new report reveals.

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Donating to charity more likely to help boost bottom line

Companies who prioritise helping their local community are more likely to retain staff and have a strong brand image, a new study reveals.

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The small business financial failures of the 2016 festive season

Bad planning brings a killer New Year hangover for small businesses who don't take advantage of the Christmas spend, a study reveals.

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UK employers hold back on Christmas bonuses for staff this year

The majority of companies are celebrating Christmas by hosting parties or departmental Christmas lunches, rather than offering gifts.

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Small businesses feel ignored by political decision making

Red tape and a lack of access to funding from investors and banks are the main barriers to growth ambitions for UK SMEs.

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