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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.

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Bed and Breakfast (B&B)

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Would you dare put your firm on a 4-day work week?

UK businesses are joining a four-day work week pilot scheme to test out conditions and productivity. Find out how to register your interest

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Small businesses facing 250% gas price rise

Research shows that small businesses are facing gas bills that are on average 250% higher than they were last year

Blog

The Apprentice: This final is poppin’ – S16, ep 12

It's The Apprentice final: Harpreet vs Kathryn, desserts vs pyjamas and... Nick and Akskay vs Navid? Get the lowdown here

Marketing

Advantages and disadvantages of direct marketing for small businesses

In this guide, we explain what direct marketing is plus the advantages and disadvantages of direct marketing for your small business

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Spring Statement 2022: What can businesses expect?

The Spring Statement will be on March 23 this year – businesses and experts reveal what they expect to see in Sunak's announcement