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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.

British Small Business Awards 2017: Micro Business of the Year shortlist

The shortlisted businesses in the Micro Business of the Year category have been announced for the British Small Business Awards.

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Majority of public sector contractors pass IR35 assessment

New reports find 89 per cent of public sector contractors have 'passed' rigorous IR35 assessments, since April, the month of IR35 reform.

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Private sector economy shows further steady growth in August

England sees ongoing moderate business activity growth in 2017, outstripping Scotland and Wales' expansion rates.

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Scientists lead the way for financially savvy professionals

People working in science and pharmaceuticals industries are the most financially savvy, according to new research.

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Brits reveal their most embarrassing spelling mistakes at work

More than half of UK adults would judge someone based on their spelling mistakes, according to new research from Oxford Open Learning.

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CEOs of small businesses spending a fifth of their working week on HR

New research reveals time spent on HR by CEOs equates to £18,700 – 21 per cent of the median average salary for a CEO.

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Employers risk fuelling UK skills crisis

According to the new findings, almost two thirds of UK professionals say that they are not equipped with the skills to do their job.

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SMEs to save money on train fares with new price predictor tool

The Trainline has now officially launched their revolutionary new Price Prediction tool to help SMEs find the cheapest train fares.

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Employers risk fuelling UK skills crisis

According to the new findings, almost two thirds of UK professionals say that they are not equipped with the skills to do their job.

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SMEs to save money on train fares with new price predictor tool

The Trainline has now officially launched their revolutionary new Price Prediction tool to help SMEs find the cheapest train fares.

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Health of UK SMEs rises to an 18 month high

New SME Health Check Index reveals improved operating environment for Britain’s small and medium sized businesses in the second quarter.

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More than half of Britons use ad-blockers online

More than half of Britons now use online ad-blockers whilst browsing the internet, with more than three fifths findings ads ‘annoying’ and two fifths admitting they are intrusive.

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Giving to charity good for business survey finds

New research finds 54 per cent of UK respondents believe UK businesses should give a percentage of annual profit to charity by law.

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Can Googling yourself help you understand your business better?

While we may not like to admit it, we all Google ourselves from time to time, but did you know it can help you understand your business better?

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