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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.

Cash transactions cost UK SMEs £9.4 billion each year

SMEs are suffering for not offering alternative payment methods to cash transactions, a new study finds.

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Cyber attacks cost UK businesses £34 billion last year

UK businesses paying billions in damages because of cyber attacks over the last year, a new study finds.

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UK infrastructure on the up, but now it’s all about delivery

Businesses have named roads, railways and runways as the government's top priorities for improvement of UK infrastructure, a study finds.

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Breaking the bank: The real cost of staff breaks at work

Across the year, staff breaks ranging from toilet trips to cigarette breaks could be costing your company, a new study reveals.

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Why we need to be less British to secure investment

In order to secure investment, British businesses need to keep a positive and optimistic outlook, according to new advice.

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Courtesy and manners from employers leads to a motivated workforce

All it takes is simple courtesy and appreciation to create a motivated workforce, a new study reveals.

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Shops that shun in-store technology risk losing consumer confidence

In-store technology can mean all the difference between keeping and losing a customer, a new study reveals.

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Low cost Christmas perks more important to employees

Businesses wanting to reward their employees should consider lifestyle perks and benefits over financial incentives, a new study says.

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Shops that shun in-store technology risk losing consumer confidence

In-store technology can mean all the difference between keeping and losing a customer, a new study reveals.

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Low cost Christmas perks more important to employees

Businesses wanting to reward their employees should consider lifestyle perks and benefits over financial incentives, a new study says.

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SMEs call for more international trade support beyond Britain’s borders

Businesses in international trade are struggling to get contracts because of a lack of knowledge, a new study finds.

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SME contributions forecast to hit £217 billion to UK economy by 2020

Uncertainty of Brexit has not bothered business owners, as SME contributions to the economy are forecast to hit new heights.

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High Court Brexit judgment adds to employer uncertainty

New High Court rule stating that government can't trigger Article 50 alone will add to the uncertainty of employers.

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Salaries rise in a bid to maintain a resilient job market

UK rise in salaries can keep the economy afloat after the Brexit decision, a new study 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