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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.

Young professionals blocked from starting a business

Young professionals don't have the right contacts or the finance to launch their dream business, a new study reveals.

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Business insolvencies on the rise, study finds

Statistics released by the Insolvency Service for Q3 2016 show a 2.2 per cent rise in corporate insolvencies, following the drop in the previous quarter.

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Private investments in SMEs increase through EIS scheme

SMEs are taking advantage of increased private investments thanks to government scheme, a new study finds.

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Brexit outlook proves divisive for UK businesses, a new study finds

Small businesses maintain a negative Brexit outlook compared to the positive views of larger UK businesses, a study reveals.

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Bad day at work causes accidents on UK roads, study finds

Many UK workers don't realise that having a bad day at work can have an effect on their driving, a new study finds.

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Fragrance in stores is a key consideration for consumers

It isn't the products on offer or customer service, but their stores' fragrance that is the key to enticing shoppers, a new study finds.

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Brexit uncertainty remains a concern for freelancers

UK freelancers are feeling the post-Brexit pinch and confidence levels are dipping, according to a new study.

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Retail sales show strong growth since September 2015

Retail sales experience their fastest average growth since September 2015 leading into the new year, a new study finds.

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Brexit uncertainty remains a concern for freelancers

UK freelancers are feeling the post-Brexit pinch and confidence levels are dipping, according to a new study.

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Retail sales show strong growth since September 2015

Retail sales experience their fastest average growth since September 2015 leading into the new year, a new study finds.

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Why small businesses need to be diligent with digital tax returns

This is the second to last time paper tax returns can be filed as HMRC rolls out plans for businesses to submit online tax returns quarterly from April 2018.

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Biggest interview horrors revealed ahead of Halloween

Less than half the nation admits to being gripped by interview nerves and making huge interview horrors, a new study finds.

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Business community welcomes backing of third runway

The government's approval of a third runway at Heathrow has been met with relief by business leaders.

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Self-employed retirement saving: the next pensions crisis

Self-employed workers are at risk of suffering a pensions crisis if they choose not to contribute, 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