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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.

Awards for disability-friendly firms

With only 4 months until major changes to the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), the second annual Access All Areas Awards have been launched.

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How to make a good first impression

Dressing to impress is key to succeeding in business according to a survey from advisory group Business Doctors.

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Awards for female entrepreneurs

To celebrate the rise in women starting their own businesses, lifestyle website handbag.com is launching the business plan awards, following on from last year's successful inaugural event.

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Optimistic outlook for small businesses

British small firms are feeling healthy and confident, according to the biggest ever UK survey of entrepreneurs, conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Free advice on employment law

A scheme to help small firms in London deal with employment disputes has been launched by Acas, the employment-relations advice service.

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What the Budget means for your business

Chancellor Gordon Brown unveiled a mixed Budget for business, with a pledge to get tough on tax avoidance.

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Disability and discrimination: know the law

With just over 6 months until disability access laws come into effect, the Disability Rights Commission (DRC) is urging businesses to take action now.

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Employment tribunal system failing SMEs

Employment tribunals are unfair and unsatisfactory according to a survey from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Disability and discrimination: know the law

With just over 6 months until disability access laws come into effect, the Disability Rights Commission (DRC) is urging businesses to take action now.

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Employment tribunal system failing SMEs

Employment tribunals are unfair and unsatisfactory according to a survey from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Money laundering laws come into force

New regulations on money laundering come into force on 1 March and those affected need to be aware of them or risk criminal prosecution, including up to two years in prison.

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Counting the cost of council contracts

Small firms bidding for contracts from local councils are facing significant costs in the shape of charges from accreditation companies says the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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A question of VAT

Got a question on VAT? Then it is always best to seek first-hand advice from the professionals on all finance matters that relate to your business, particularly where tax and VAT are concerned.

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Free advice for London businesses

Business Link for London has launched a campaign to offer free advice to businesses based across London boroughs.

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