Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Archive of articles featuring news, comment or research from the British Chambers of Commerce.
News
Nearly 80% of firms that trade with the EU say that the current Brexit deal is not helping them increase sales or grow their business
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More than four in five businesses cite inflation as a growing worry in latest quarterly British Chambers of Commerce survey of business sentiment
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No 10 has proposed a temporary cut in VAT from 20% but Treasury pushes back, worried about real and long-term cost of overstimulating the economy
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The British Chambers of Commerce has published a set of recommendations to help businesses build back stronger post-pandemic.
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British Chambers of Commerce writes to Prime Minister urging him to raise the threshold for employer National Insurance contributions
Business Loans
Just 13% of firms who have applied for a Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan have been successful, according to latest British Chambers of Commerce survey
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CBI president John Allan tells business leaders that new Tory PM needs to repair the UK's battered reputation and bring back 'feel-good factor'
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Confidence among exporters that their turnover will improve jumped in Q4 2016, ahead of further moves towards Brexit.
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Tribunal fees could give companies the confidence to hire, according to the British Chambers of Commerce.
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The government’s plan to allow councils to retain business rates shouldn’t be used as an opportunity to increase rates, says the BCC.
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Four out of five European consumers are less likely to buy goods online unless they are sold in their own language.
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An economic survey of UK business reveals that while the economy has returned to growth, companies’ business confidence is suffering.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.