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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.

SMEs don’t trust small business commissioner to strengthen business

Eighty-four per cent of SMEs do not anticipate that the introduction of the small business commissioner will have any positive impact on their business.

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Scotland lags behind rest of the UK for new business creation

More help for businesses needed from both central and devolved government needed for entrepreneurs in Scotland.

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One in three recruiters admit to ‘stalking’ potential employees online

One in three recruiters admit to ‘stalking’ potential employees online, and UK professionals reveal that they expect to be ‘Googled’ by employers.

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A quarter of IT decision makers unsure of their compliance needs

Research reveals 33 per cent of IT decision makers believe managing compliance is responsibility of C-level.

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Majority of Brits don’t want a job that involves travelling

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Using project management techniques to boost small business success

Small businesses are often described as the engine-room for innovation. They have the freedom to move quickly and experiment with new processes in order to get the job done on time and within budget.  

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Fresh face: Research suggests businesses owners are getting younger

It’s an age thing: Brits decide to set up their own business aged just 27, according to new research from Xero.

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USDX Protocol to launch new third generation Stablecoin

With there being a plethora of cryptocurrencies for businesses to chose from it can be hard to find the right one. Here, we take a look at USDY.

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Fresh face: Research suggests businesses owners are getting younger

It’s an age thing: Brits decide to set up their own business aged just 27, according to new research from Xero.

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USDX Protocol to launch new third generation Stablecoin

With there being a plethora of cryptocurrencies for businesses to chose from it can be hard to find the right one. Here, we take a look at USDY.

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Brits plan on using their workplace pension to fund retirement

Research reveals the workplace pension will be used by half of future retirees. Half of those who are approaching retirement in the next ten years plan to use a workplace pension to fund their living, as well as 49 per cent of those who are not approaching retirement yet.

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Three quarters of Brits say work has a negative impact on their self-esteem

According to new research from CV-Library, 71.5 per cent of the nation’s workers believe that their career has had a negative impact on their self-esteem, with a further 55.7 per cent feeling that they place too much importance on their job.

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One out of three employees taking time out due to mental health

Instant Offices encourage employers to support their teams and prioritise mental health to reduce the stigma attached to mental health issues in the workplace.

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Gender savings gap leaves females financially unprepared for retirement

On International Women’s Day this Thursday, the Fawcett Society and Living Wage Foundation are set to reveal that millions of working women currently face financial insecurity. Research from Close Brothers Asset Management reveals the true extent of the gender savings gap.

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