Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
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On average each small business in Britain will spend £4,850 staying Covid safe throughout 2021
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SMEs feel optimistic and plan to invest in their business post lockdown, with three quarters sharing a positive outlook
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Small businesses are feeling much more hopeful about the future than this time last year, as shops reopen across England and Wales
Business Loans
The Government has launched the Recovery Loan Scheme to help businesses. Here is a list of accredited lenders and information on where to apply
Government Grants
To help small businesses reopen after a long lockdown, the government is launching the Restart Grant. Here's where you can find yours.
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Since the court ruling in January, many SME business interruption claims are still awaiting decision, despite insurers being told to act fast.
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There has been a huge rise in counselling for business owners and staff suffering from stress and anxiety over the Covid-19 pandemic
Partner content
Take advantage of free regular rapid workplace testing until June by registering your business before April 12 2021
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Kensington and Chelsea Council have opened up a third round of the Additional Restrictions Grant which is open to even more businesses
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Scotland's First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has laid out the next steps of her roadmap to ease Covid-19 restrictions for businesses from April
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Mark Drakeford, First Minister of Wales, has announced Covid-19 restriction easing, including when some businesses could reopen
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Government extension on not allowing commercial landlords to repossess independent shops, bars and restaurants comes as huge relief to small businesses
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.