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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.

New study reveals employer strategies to retain their staff

The bigger a business becomes, the more business professionals need to retain and rely on staff to help drive everything forward.

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Businesses are still failing to prepare for rise of AI

New research suggests that businesses are still failing to prepare themselves for the impact of Artificial Intelligence.

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Demand for cloud skills in UK continuing to rise

Cybersecurity jobs increasingly require certification, while demand for development skills rise to help manage cloud apps.

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UK businesses prepare for the September recruitment rush

Businesses across the UK are preparing for the September recruitment rush, with job numbers soaring in some of the UK’s key cities last month.

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SMEs’ trust in government falters in Brexit Britain

British small businesses take 'flight to flexibility' as trust in government falters in Brexit Britain.

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British Small Business Awards 2017: Small Business of the Year shortlist

The Small Business of the Year finalists at the British Small Business Awards have been announced, rewarding the company of 10-50 employees with the most innovative and sector-disrupting service/product combined with strong turnover growth over the past year.

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Returnship programmes launched to help people back to work

New returnship programmes will help people return to work after a career break, boost skills, and close the gender pay gap

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Lack of security the most difficult aspect of freelancing and contracting

New research reveals that a lack of security is the most difficult aspect of freelancing and contracting.

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Returnship programmes launched to help people back to work

New returnship programmes will help people return to work after a career break, boost skills, and close the gender pay gap

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Lack of security the most difficult aspect of freelancing and contracting

New research reveals that a lack of security is the most difficult aspect of freelancing and contracting.

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New research reveals the power of persuasive labels

The psychological study from Avery UK reveals the extent to which labels and label design can increase sales and even ignite consumer loyalty.

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What is the biggest driver of brand loyalty for Generation X?

New research reveals that Generation X use technology just as much as other generations to inform them on their purchases.

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The top five questions your employees are afraid to ask

Dealing with the boss can be nerve wracking, so it’s unsurprising that one in four employees admit that there are certain questions they’re afraid to ask their employer.

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Business confidence falls to a one-year low, according to study

Overall business confidence fell 13 points to a one-year low of 17 per cent and economic optimism fell by 12 points to five per cent, the lowest level since June 2016.

Partner content

Benefits of switching to the right business bank account

In case you were in any doubt, here are five key benefits of switching your business bank account – and how to make the switch.

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.

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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?