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Anna is Senior Reporter, covering topics affecting SMEs such as grant funding, managing employees and the day-to-day running of a business.

Funding your small business

150 UK small business grants to apply for right now

In need of some funding for your small business? These grants should give you a boost, wherever you're based in the UK

News

Spring Statement 2025 and what’s in it for small businesses – live blog

Whether it's the Spring Statement or Spring Forecast, Rachel Reeves has made her announcement. Read on for our live blog and expert analysis

News

Spring Forecast 2025 and what it means for small businesses

The government has called the Spring Forecast (previously known as the Spring Statement) on 26 March. What will Rachel Reeves announce?

Business management

UK company size thresholds to change – is your business about to get smaller?

UK company size thresholds are changing on April 6, 2025. This could make your company smaller and reduce your regulatory requirements

Accounting

13 of the best prepaid business cards

You may have come across prepaid business cards as a cashflow management option before. Here, we explain what a prepaid business card is, the pros and cons, and what the best prepaid cards on the market are.

Business Technology

Cheapest card payment machines

 

We show you the cheapest card machines that are available on the market by transaction fee

Employing & managing staff

Employment Rights Bill – what’s in the legislation?

We take a look at Labour's Employment Rights Bill and how the business community has reacted to the measures

Business Technology

7 HR software tools ideal for small business

Streamlining your HR functions is key to running an efficient business. Here are seven HR software tools that can help you do just that.

Business Technology

Best payment processors for UK small businesses – 11 of the best

What's the best payment system for your small business? We review 11 of the best payment processors for UK SMEs.

Employing & managing staff

Employer of Record – everything you need to know

Interested in hiring overseas talent? We're delving into Employer of Record - what it is, the pros and cons and if it's right for you

Tax

VAT invoice template

What should you put in your VAT invoice? We explain more and share a handy template to help you get started.

Small Business Insurance

Insurance for dog walkers

We'll be looking at what types of insurance you need as a dog walker, along with common extras and exclusions