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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.

EU-27 skilled workers likely to leave the UK before Brexit

Baker McKenzie survey of EU-27 skilled workers employed by companies either in the FTSE 250 or with a revenue of over £50 million.

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A third of UK employees will have left their jobs by the end of June

Research by recruitment specialist Robert Half reveals that by the end of June, more than a third of UK employees will have left their current job.

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Opportunity to revitalise freelancer confidence with softer Brexit

With Brexit negotiations set to start next week, freelancers call for government to focus on a softer Brexit to help them.

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Summer jobs bonanza: More than 12,000 positions on offer in the UK

There are a reported 12,427 seasonal jobs currently available for those looking to earn some extra summer cash over the next few months.

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Are work perks the secret to workplace success?

BankingRefunds.co.uk latest research has revealed a third of British workers are happier in the workplace when receiving work perks.

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Men’s Health Week: 16 per cent of men feel stressed on a daily basis

With today marking the start of Men’s Health Week, Lee Hecht Harrison Penna, identifies how many overlook reviewing the health of their career and how they should take the time this week to take a career health check.

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Consumer spending falls for first time in nearly four years

A new Visa report suggests that consumer spending has fallen for first time in nearly four years, as the public waits for the economy to balance.

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Opening a demo account is the way to learn how to trade right

Trading, whether in stocks or foreign exchange, requires careful preparation, training, and education. It’s not something that you instantly do because someone told that you that it's a profitable business. Just like in applying for work or learning a hobby, it requires preparation and training, where you learn the ropes and understands the basic rules.

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Consumer spending falls for first time in nearly four years

A new Visa report suggests that consumer spending has fallen for first time in nearly four years, as the public waits for the economy to balance.

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Opening a demo account is the way to learn how to trade right

Trading, whether in stocks or foreign exchange, requires careful preparation, training, and education. It’s not something that you instantly do because someone told that you that it's a profitable business. Just like in applying for work or learning a hobby, it requires preparation and training, where you learn the ropes and understands the basic rules.

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Cultural issues are the number one obstacle to digital transformation

New report from Capgemini’s Digital Transformation Institute and Brian Solis finds a major cultural disconnect between leadership and employees.

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Majority of UK workers have hit a career slump, research finds

New research finds that 80.6 per cent of UK workers have experienced a career slump, with a further 32.5 per cent revealing this was down to lack of career progression.

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Half of SMEs turn down contracts due to unreasonable demands

A study of 501 businesses shows how almost half of SME’S turn down contracts and orders due to unreasonable demands.

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2017 General Election: Small businesses react to a hung parliament

The 2017 General Election ends with a hung parliament as no party secures a majority. What does this mean for the small businesses of Britain?

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