Small business insolvency rises by 6pc in first quarter
4,187 companies become insolvent between January and March this year, according to The Insolvency Service, while 484,000 UK businesses are in significant distress
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4,187 companies become insolvent between January and March this year, according to The Insolvency Service, while 484,000 UK businesses are in significant distress
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New research reveals a widening funding gap for women entrepreneurs, totting up to £1.3tn – but what is the situation like in the UK?
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8% of SMEs claim to have already made people redundant in face of looming Brexit deadline, double the percentage looking to hire
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New European research reveals that Birmingham is the best place in the UK for small businesses.
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The Federation of Small Businesses reveals that small businesses are stalling growth amid prolonged Brexit uncertainty.
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New research from QuickBooks shows the extent to which small business owners suffer from cash flow issues.
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The value of bank loans to SMEs has fallen by over half in the past year, especially in areas industry and manufacturing heartlands.
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New research from Skipton Business Finance says that UK SMEs across all sectors expect significant sales growth over the next financial year.
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The value of bank loans to SMEs has fallen by over half in the past year, especially in areas industry and manufacturing heartlands.
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New research from Skipton Business Finance says that UK SMEs across all sectors expect significant sales growth over the next financial year.
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The government has outlined trade plans in the event of a no deal Brexit. Most imports would be tariff-free, but the prices of others would rise sharply.
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Businesses and individuals have been recognised for their contribution to London business life at the Mayor of London awards
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