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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.

Brighton is officially the best place to start a business

The best place for your fledgling business is the popular seaside resort of Brighton, according to a new study.

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SME owners voice concerns post-Brexit

At this point, employees may need your reassurance that their jobs are safe and the future of the business is bright.

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Would you travel 36 miles to visit your favourite shop?

Promising news for brick and mortar retail: Brits have revealed they would make a round trip of 36 miles to visit their favourite shop.

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United Kingdom comes fifth in global entrepreneurship index

The UK is placed fifth overall in the global entrepreneurship index ahead of other prominent leading markets such as the United States and much of the EU.

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Workers waste almost six hours a week thanks to office irritations

UK small business workers waste almost six hours a week due to workplace irritations, a new study reveals.

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Retailers must address disruption in age of digital change

New research shows that half of retailers expect their industry to go through significant digital change over the next two years.

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Workers planning to get saucy at the Christmas bash

UK workers freely admit to behaving badly at their Christmas bash, calling in sick the morning after and kissing colleagues, a new study reveals.

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Construction subcontractors forced to accept contracts or lose business

Construction subcontractors must accept the terms of contracts with large construction firms or risk of losing business, a new study finds.

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Workers planning to get saucy at the Christmas bash

UK workers freely admit to behaving badly at their Christmas bash, calling in sick the morning after and kissing colleagues, a new study reveals.

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Construction subcontractors forced to accept contracts or lose business

Construction subcontractors must accept the terms of contracts with large construction firms or risk of losing business, a new study finds.

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Workers reveal the goodwill gestures that make them happy

UK workers say that they are motivated by goodwill gestures from their colleagues, a new study finds.

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Black Friday deals jump as spending frenzy reaches new peak

UK retailers see 22 per cent increase in spending on Black Friday compared to last year, a new study reveals.

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Service sector less optimistic about their future as profitability falls

Service sector confidence for the next quarter is low as businesses report little growth, a new study reveals.

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UK SME community sees Autumn Statement as modest and medium-term

Mike Cherry, national chairman at the Federation of Small Businesses, gives us his reaction to Chancellor Hammond's Autumn Statement.

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