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News

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.

Insight into entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs are admired by 93% of the population and the South of England has more doers and thinkers than the North.

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Dealing with misconduct

Disciplinary procedures for small businesses are about to undergo a dramatic change from 1 October 2004 and all businesses, regardless of size, need to be aware of it.

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Comply with waste disposal laws

On 16 July, revised legislation on disposing of hazardous waste came into effect.

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Call to young entrepreneurs

Chancellor Gordon Brown has launched a national campaign to encourage and inspire enterprise among young people.

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Getting the right advice

Running your business means wearing several hats, but there may be some areas where you will need to get outside professional help.

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Awards for disability-friendly firms

With only 4 months until major changes to the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), the second annual Access All Areas Awards have been launched.

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How to make a good first impression

Dressing to impress is key to succeeding in business according to a survey from advisory group Business Doctors.

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Awards for female entrepreneurs

To celebrate the rise in women starting their own businesses, lifestyle website handbag.com is launching the business plan awards, following on from last year's successful inaugural event.

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How to make a good first impression

Dressing to impress is key to succeeding in business according to a survey from advisory group Business Doctors.

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Awards for female entrepreneurs

To celebrate the rise in women starting their own businesses, lifestyle website handbag.com is launching the business plan awards, following on from last year's successful inaugural event.

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Optimistic outlook for small businesses

British small firms are feeling healthy and confident, according to the biggest ever UK survey of entrepreneurs, conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Free advice on employment law

A scheme to help small firms in London deal with employment disputes has been launched by Acas, the employment-relations advice service.

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What the Budget means for your business

Chancellor Gordon Brown unveiled a mixed Budget for business, with a pledge to get tough on tax avoidance.

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Disability and discrimination: know the law

With just over 6 months until disability access laws come into effect, the Disability Rights Commission (DRC) is urging businesses to take action now.

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