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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.

SMEs too busy battling red tape to focus on business growth

Hurdles like HR compliance, health and safety demands and pension admin are stopping owners from growing their enterprise.

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Britain witnesses the demise of high street shops

Britain is suffering from the demise of the high street as the UK loses 15 shops per day.

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Unhealthy employees costing British firms in lost productivity

British employers are losing on average 27.5 days of productive time per employee each year as staff take time off sick and underperform in the office.

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One in three SMEs hit by critical business issues

A third of UK small business owners have experienced critical business issues that have had a damaging impact on their business.

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Senior decision makers reveal people skills are the most valuable asset

Business leaders consider people skills to be the most valuable asset for employees, over communication and maths skills.

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SMEs remain confident they will thrive in 2017 and beyond

UK SMEs look forward to increased revenues & profits, with plans to focus on expansion and sales growth to drive financial performance.

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The most popular industries for work right now

Retail, sales and construction roles were some of the most sought after industries to find a job in January 2017.

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Interrupting discussions improves decision-making

A new study reveals that timing and impact of formal interventions in decision-making groups can have a significant effect on productivity.

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The most popular industries for work right now

Retail, sales and construction roles were some of the most sought after industries to find a job in January 2017.

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Interrupting discussions improves decision-making

A new study reveals that timing and impact of formal interventions in decision-making groups can have a significant effect on productivity.

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Half of senior execs consider data security in their top three concerns

A new survey reveals that over half of senior executives consider data security as one of their top three concerns in 2017.

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Millennial men earning less than the previous generation

New research reveals millennial men are earning less on average than the previous generation.

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Most small business leaders struggle to find time for business management

Only 20 per cent of business owners are spending enough time actually managing their business rather than just ensuring it survives day to day.

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One in five customers select service providers based on perks and benefits

New research finds one in five customers choose their service providers based solely on the perks and benefits package on offer from these companies.

Partner content

What are the funding options for hospitality businesses?

Hospitality businesses have faced a number of challenges in the last couple of years. Find out what funding and support is available.

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.

Employing & managing staff

The importance of vocational rehabilitation services for SMEs

In Aviva’s latest SME research*, 57 per cent of employers surveyed agreed that nowadays employees expect benefits to protect against loss of income or earnings. What do you offer your people?

Partner content

What are the benefits of business broadband?

Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade