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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.

Acceptable discrimination? Tattoos in the workplace

New research shows that two thirds of UK recruiters find tattoos an undesirable feature in candidates.

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What is the most common cause of frustration in the workplace?

Research by Emo Oil reveals that half of workers cite differences over the office temperature as the most common cause of frustration in the workplace.

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UK financial decision makers don’t know if they are a victim of fraud

A new report finds a 138 percent relative year-on-year increase in the concern over insider fraud.

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The future of Britain in 2022 – General Election priorities

In the run up to the 2017 General Election, a new survey takes a look at the current political mood of the public and the issues people care about the most.

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The Great Salary Swindle: Half of European employees have been paid late

Nearly half of European employees have been paid late, and 48 per cent have been paid incorrectly, according to new research.

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Pulling a sickie is costing the UK economy £900 million

One in seven SME workers fake an illness to take three days off each year and the British economy suffers because of it.

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Brexit vote shows little effect on rate of company start-ups

New research looks at the impact of the Brexit vote on company formation and dissolution activity in the UK.

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HMRC’s updated IR35 tool still not fit for purpose

New research suggests that HMRC's updated IR35 tool us still not suitable enough for UK contractors to use.

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Brexit vote shows little effect on rate of company start-ups

New research looks at the impact of the Brexit vote on company formation and dissolution activity in the UK.

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HMRC’s updated IR35 tool still not fit for purpose

New research suggests that HMRC's updated IR35 tool us still not suitable enough for UK contractors to use.

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UK mortgage giants failing customers online, says research

Three of the UK’s biggest mortgage lenders have hit rock bottom when it comes to online experiences, according to new research.

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UK consumers unsubscribe from retailer communications

New Engage Hub research reveals ‘spray and pray’ communications strategy is driving consumers into hands of competitors.

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Brits preparing to spend big this summer on their big holiday

Research reveals that 26 million Brits are set to head off on a summer getaway this year, spending an average of £1,253 per person, per trip.

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UK SMEs still rely on EU citizens to outsource work

Research shows SMEs will increase outsource workload as Brexit begins, and more than half of SMEs think Brexit will bring additional costs to hiring European contractors.

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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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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?

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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

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How should I select my business broadband provider?

As with any supplier, it’s important to do your research and ask important questions before you select a broadband provider for your business. But what are the must-have things you should take into consideration?