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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.

Why a resignation doesn’t have to mean the end

Employees are likely to stay on after they have handed in their resignation if the right offer is given to them, study finds.

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Business growth stalled by slow bank lending warns market leader

Latest ONS data shows increase of only 0.3 per cent in UK GDP for Q1 2017, the slowest rate of growth since Q1 2016.

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British SMBs stand to lose £2,250 each if they close on bank holidays

New research shows the true cost to British small businesses of closing up over the bank holidays.

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Secret for business success? Making time for sleep

The majority of small business owners claim getting 40 winks is the key to keeping it together in creating a successful business.

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Businesses underestimate impact of office environment on the bottom line

The quality of office environments influences employee wellbeing and productivity, yet most workers say it is not a high priority for senior management.

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Survey finds 11.5 million incidents of cybercrime in England and Wales

British small businesses continue to suffer at the hands of cybercrime, as new INS research reveals extent of the damage.

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Have the urge to start a business? It could be down to your testosterone

New research reveals that high levels of testosterone can help motivate workers to starting their own business.

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Business travellers have the healthiest relationships

Two thirds of British business travellers say they’re more adventurous in the bedroom on their return from a business trip.

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Have the urge to start a business? It could be down to your testosterone

New research reveals that high levels of testosterone can help motivate workers to starting their own business.

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Business travellers have the healthiest relationships

Two thirds of British business travellers say they’re more adventurous in the bedroom on their return from a business trip.

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London is officially home to the largest number of millionaire CEOs

London is home to the largest number of millionaire CEOs. However, nearly half of all millionaire CEOs reside in the US.

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Graduates have unrealistic salary expectations

Survey reveals the majority of graduates around the UK are earning less than £16K in their first role and are dubious about their degree’s return on investment.

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I quit! UK professionals reveal the top reasons for leaving their job

A new study from CV-Library shares the nation’s most scandalous walkout stories and the reasons why they find it hard leaving their job.

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UK hospitality and leisure industry set for bumper year

Destination UK is on the up with 63 per cent of international tourists more interested in UK holidays compared to last year.

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