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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.

Regional accents are a disadvantage

Scousers, cockneys and brummies could be at a disadvantage to those who speak the Queen's English when it comes to business, according to a survey from communications consultancy, the Aziz Corporation.

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More public sector business for small firms

The Government has pledged to help small businesses win a bigger share of public sector contracts.

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Government boost for female entrepreneurs

More women are being encouraged to start their own businesses as part of the Government's Comprehensive Strategy for Start-Ups.

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Small firms enter acquisition league

Buying and taking over commercial rivals is no longer the preserve of big business.

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Choosing your business identity

When choosing a new business identity there are various options available to you, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, therefore the company form you decide upon will have much to do with your individual circumstances.

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Your guide to the Enterprise Act

On 15 September the Department of Trade & Industry's (DTI) Enterprise Act comes into effect and will cause major changes to insolvency legislation.

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SME influence continues to grow

Small and medium sized firms are exerting ever-increasing influence on the UK economy, according to latest figures from the Department of Trade and Industry's Small Business Service (SBS).

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Go green and stay in the black

Going green can save your firm money, improve its efficiency and encourage good management practice.

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SME influence continues to grow

Small and medium sized firms are exerting ever-increasing influence on the UK economy, according to latest figures from the Department of Trade and Industry's Small Business Service (SBS).

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Go green and stay in the black

Going green can save your firm money, improve its efficiency and encourage good management practice.

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Government cracks down on crime

A crime reduction strategy developed by the Home Office is targeting crimes against small businesses, particularly retailers, who are worried about break-ins, robberies and violence.

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Business planning key to conserving cash

Businesses that fail to seek advice on business planning are six times more likely to need additional funding within 36 months of operating than those who seek professional advice, according to a survey from business planning software provider Palo Alto.

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Fulfilling your financial obligations

Your financial obligations will vary depending on the type of company you have, and your turnover.

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Awards opportunity for female entrepreneurs

Aspiring female entrepreneurs are invited to enter the Business Plan Awards, launched by women’s lifestyle website handbag.

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.

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.

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