About

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

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

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

Business Technology

The essential guide to point of sale (POS) systems

 

In this guide, we take a look at everything small business owners need to know about buying a point of sale (POS) system.

Business management

Four-day week – how it could boost your small business

As the debate heats up again, we explore the good and bad in the 4-day working week – and chat to businesses who have trialled it themselves

Export & Import

Demystifying shipping terms – what small businesses need to know about FCL

Here, we explain everything you need to know about 'full container load' (FCL), including the benefits it can give to small businesses .

Business Technology

Website vs social media: Which should be your business’ go-to?

So, you've got your business idea and now you have to make decisions about your online presence: website vs. social media (or both)?

Business Ideas & Planning

6 of the best business ideas for 2025

Have a gander over the six best business ideas for 2025, based on emerging trends and how the market is changing. Go on, get inspired!

Business management

Which countries offer a digital nomad visa?

Interested in becoming a digital nomad but not sure where to go? We look at all of the countries that provide a visa

Payroll

Hired your first employee? Here’s how to set up payroll

We've teamed up with Sage to explain the basics of payroll. Learn what payroll is, how to register and more