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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.

Time to chill – how to relax when travelling for business

Here, Gavin Bailey, operations director at CitySuites, gives us his top tips to relax when travelling on business trips.

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Millennials are struggling to get by on current wages

British millennials are struggling to get by on current wages and are now turning to extra jobs to make ends meet.

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The two essentials for crowdsourcing success revealed

Here, we look at two essential tips that can help you successfully secure crowdsourcing.

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Should we be scared of robots running our shops?

Mindtree recommends balancing of technology and human assistance to address widely diverse shopper comfort levels with automation.

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Pay packets already shrinking as record run of low inflation ends

Here, we look at how the UK economy has recovered after Brexit to give workers a better pay packet against inflation rises.

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The need for flexibility in the workplace in order for businesses to thrive

UK employees want to choose where they work so they can be more productive, have a better work life balance and avoid the commute.

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Small firms reveal trade deal wish list post Brexit

Small businesses remain optimistic of potential trade abroad as they reveal their wish list for international trade after Brexit.

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Survey reveals exporters’ optimism for global trade prospects

Despite concerns over Brexit and the Trump win, many British exporters feel confident over engaging in global trade.

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Small firms reveal trade deal wish list post Brexit

Small businesses remain optimistic of potential trade abroad as they reveal their wish list for international trade after Brexit.

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Survey reveals exporters’ optimism for global trade prospects

Despite concerns over Brexit and the Trump win, many British exporters feel confident over engaging in global trade.

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Manufacturing SMEs optimistic about post Brexit opportunities

New research shows that SME’s in the manufacturing sector are seeking opportunities and are optimistic about leaving the EU.

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Economist intelligence reveals snapshot of LGBT people in the workplace

As The Economist kicks off its global summit on LGBT rights in the workplace, new research yields insights about which employee groups are best poised to drive positive change.

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UK companies failing to educate their employees about cyber security

One third of UK companies failing to educate their employees about cyber security or protect their mobile devices from malware.

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Half of UK employers are introducing wellbeing schemes

Two thirds of UK employees admit they feel stressed in their jobs, prompting businesses to introduce employee wellbeing schemes.

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