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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.

Deadline passes for guaranteed payment before Christmas

It's officially less than 40 days until Christmas, meaning SMEs might not be paid for their work before the big day.

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The best place to start a business in the UK

Brighton is the best place to start a business in 2018, according to new research by Informi. Here's why they rate it.

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Business Events Calendar

A list of all the upcoming business events, telling you what every event is about and also where and when all the events are.

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Is the Autumn Budget lacking a long-term objective?

David Fort of Haines Watt Manchester thinks that the Autumn Budget lacked long-term objectives: do you agree?

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2018 British Small Business Awards winners revealed

The winners of the British Small Business Awards 2018 have been announced.

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Autumn Budget 2018: key points

Overall, the Autumn Budget contained a lot of positive nuggets for small businesses – here are the key points from the Chancellor's speech.

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Autumn Budget 2018 predictions: what small businesses should know

The Autumn Budget 2018 is on 29th October and small business owners should be paying close attention. Here are a few predictions of what will feature in the Chancellor's speech.

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Financial Ombudsman Service will be open to 210,000 more SMEs in 2019

The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) has extended its remit to include a further 210,000 additional UK SMEs.

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Autumn Budget 2018 predictions: what small businesses should know

The Autumn Budget 2018 is on 29th October and small business owners should be paying close attention. Here are a few predictions of what will feature in the Chancellor's speech.

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Financial Ombudsman Service will be open to 210,000 more SMEs in 2019

The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) has extended its remit to include a further 210,000 additional UK SMEs.

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Small Business Summit: Come to our conference for expert guidance

The inaugural Small Business Showcase, held on October 31st at London's Royal Lancaster Hotel, will offer essential guidance on starting and growing your business. Register for free today!

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British Small Business Awards 2018: Final shortlist released!

The British Small Business Awards will once more celebrate the leading companies and individuals across the SME ecosystem. Here is the complete shortlist for every category that will be celebrated on the night.

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British Small Business Awards winners: Chris McCullough of Rotageek

Rotageek, a technology company that creates data-driven employee schedules, won the Small Business of the Year gong at the 2017 British Small Business Awards. Here, we chat to CEO and co-founder Chris McCoullough about the win.

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HSBC UK launches £12 billion lending fund for SMEs

HSBC UK is launching a £12 billion lending fund for SMEs across the UK. Here's what you need to know.

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