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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.

Business Technology

5 of the best phone systems for your remote workers

With more firms working remotely, business owners are reviewing their phone systems. We talk you through some of the best ones around.

Business Technology

Cheapest card payment machines

 

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

Business Technology

Top 5 virtual landline providers for small businesses

Business Ideas & Planning

How to start a vending machine business

Check out this article to get you started on your new vending machine business. We'll be looking at location, marketing and what to sell

Taking payments as a small business

Are there any free card readers for small businesses?

Cutting costs is a key focus for a lot of small businesses at the moment. Here are the card readers at the lowest price – purchase or rental.

Business Ideas & Planning

How to start a baking business

This article will take you through the essentials of starting a baking business, whether you're at home, in a shop or doing wholesale

Business Ideas & Planning

How to start a consulting business

Learn what you need to know about starting a consulting business, from finding a niche to start-up costs, plus the pros and cons

Employing & managing staff

Employment Rights Act 2025 and the changes you need to prepare for

The government has published the timetabled changes that are coming in line with the Employment Rights Act 2025. Here's a rundown

Funding your small business

12 of the best digital banking platforms for small business

Considering a digital banking platform over one of the traditional stalwarts? We've picked out 12 of the best for your perusal.

Accounting

Best payroll software for small businesses

News

Pubs to get 15% discount on business rates

Pubs and music venues will have a 15 per cent discount on their business rates from April 2026, followed by a two-year real-terms freeze

Business Ideas & Planning

How to start a business

In this guide we’ll be looking at how to start a business, breaking down the vital elements that you need to get going