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Skills of tomorrow must be at the heart of apprenticeship drive

There is a long way to go to make sure vocational training and apprenticeships can meet the aspirations of many talented young people, according to ACCA.

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UK’s aspiring business owners continue to grow in confidence

The future entrepreneurs of Britain feel confident about starting their business moving into 2017, new research reveals.

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Skills of tomorrow must be at the heart of apprenticeship drive

There is a long way to go to make sure vocational training and apprenticeships can meet the aspirations of many talented young people, according to ACCA.

Advice

UK’s aspiring business owners continue to grow in confidence

The future entrepreneurs of Britain feel confident about starting their business moving into 2017, new research reveals.

Business management

Why running a business past 70 takes planning

Adam Tavener and Ian Cass examine the areas small business owners should be looking at in regards to their retirement/business planning.

News

UK SMEs not worried about Britain’s future post – Article 50

Most small businesses remain unconcerned about Brexit and don't think that triggering Article 50 will negatively affect them.

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SME owners face a retirement ‘time bomb’

Many small business owners are expecting to work past well past the average retirement age of 70, or not even retire at all.

Export & Import

Seven tips on expanding your business to Singapore

Bob Dearsley highlights the benefits of opening an international business in Singapore – as well as how you can get started there.

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Smaller businesses still face failure due to cashflow barriers

Smaller businesses are continuing to face cashflow barriers to funding across the UK, due to slow and lengthy processes.

Employing & managing staff

The Apprenticeship Levy: The opportunity for UK businesses

Stefano Capaldo explains exactly what the Apprenticeship Levy is and how it will affect businesses of all sizes.

Business management

Three methods for scaling a business

Everyone knows that starting a business is hard work, but scaling a business is just as challenging. Peter Tuvey outlines three methods for scaling a business.

Startup Funding and Grants

What to look for in an investor and why there’s more to it than money

In this piece, James Oakes looks at five key criteria for a great investor.

News

Young people back apprenticeships to boost their career prospects

Less than a quarter of apprentices say teachers and education professionals advised them on vocational route into work.

Startup Funding and Grants

Picking the best type of loan for your small business

Here’s what you need to know about all the different loans available to small businesses.

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

Partner content

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?

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings