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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.

UK mortgage giants failing customers online, says research

Three of the UK’s biggest mortgage lenders have hit rock bottom when it comes to online experiences, according to new research.

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UK consumers unsubscribe from retailer communications

New Engage Hub research reveals ‘spray and pray’ communications strategy is driving consumers into hands of competitors.

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Brits preparing to spend big this summer on their big holiday

Research reveals that 26 million Brits are set to head off on a summer getaway this year, spending an average of £1,253 per person, per trip.

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UK SMEs still rely on EU citizens to outsource work

Research shows SMEs will increase outsource workload as Brexit begins, and more than half of SMEs think Brexit will bring additional costs to hiring European contractors.

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Construction, retail and food and drink hit hardest as insolvencies rise

3,967 businesses ceased trading in the first quarter of 2017 due to an increase in insolvencies in UK small businesses.

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C-suite executives rank customer experience above marketing

Calabrio report reveals half of senior executives view customer experience as the most important way to differentiate their brand.

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Brexit fears double for new graduates as uncertain grows

UK graduates favour the Labour party for job security, as Brexit fears double for newly passed students.

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Businesses still do not have a cyber security plan

Following the WannaCry cyber attack and the IT collapse at BA, research shows business still don't have a cyber security plan.

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Brexit fears double for new graduates as uncertain grows

UK graduates favour the Labour party for job security, as Brexit fears double for newly passed students.

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Businesses still do not have a cyber security plan

Following the WannaCry cyber attack and the IT collapse at BA, research shows business still don't have a cyber security plan.

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The average Brit loses 16 days a year commuting to and from work

Over two thirds of the nation’s workers are losing up to 16 days a year commuting according to new research from CV Library.

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Last parliament a strong term for UK businesses

New data from Inform Direct and the ONS highlights the 11 per cent growth in the number of companies during the last parliament. The statistics also reveal that the strongest growth has been seen in Labour constituencies.

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Why protecting the reputation of your business is important

PR disasters don’t just happen to big firms – FSB urges smaller businesses to take steps to protect their reputation.

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Extreme sports and business success go hand in hand

New Moneypenny survey suggests a link between extreme sports and business success, as 50 per cent of senior executives have participated in extreme sports.

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