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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.

Autumn Statement 2016: National Living Wage goes up

Chancellor Philip Hammond has announced that there will be an increase in the National Living Wage from April 2017.

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Job hopping trend heralds new era of personal data risk

Record numbers of job seekers expected to lose sight of who holds their personal information, according to new research.

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Autumn Statement 2016: Demand for simplification of taxes

A new survey asked taxpayers what the Chancellor can do to support them on Autumn Statement day.

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The best Christmas shopping cities in Britain

As Britain begins its Christmas shopping, a new survey reveals which cities offer the best retail therapy in the UK.

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Autumn Statement 2016: Businesses cannot rely solely on government

Business owners and advisers have offered their views on what to expect from the Chancellor Philip Hammond's Autumn Statement.

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Brexit will have no impact on consumer Christmas spending

Anticipated spend for Christmas this year is higher than last year as consumers shrug off Brexit worries, a new study reveals.

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UK workers say the office whip round drives them mad

UK workers say they dislike the office whip round and would like to see them reduced in frequency, a new study reveals.

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Consumers demand clarity and education on personal data usage

The UK calls for more education on data sharing after recent high-profile data breaches brought data security into public consciousness.

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UK workers say the office whip round drives them mad

UK workers say they dislike the office whip round and would like to see them reduced in frequency, a new study reveals.

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Consumers demand clarity and education on personal data usage

The UK calls for more education on data sharing after recent high-profile data breaches brought data security into public consciousness.

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UK SMEs still undecided about Chancellor Philip Hammond

Chancellor Philip Hammond needs to dramatically build his profile with UK SMEs in order to restore trust.

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A graduate ‘must have’: The work experience problem

Most graduate recruiters consider work experience one of the most important factors on a graduate CV, according to new research.

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Pre-Autumn Statement: the longest tax freeze in history must be cut

The UK economy could benefit from a 3p cut in petrol fuel prices and a longer tax freeze from the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

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Employers don’t see coughs and colds as acceptable excuses for absence

Small business bosses are dubious that coughs and colds warrant time off, research finds.

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