Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Government Grants
Government will pay 100% of wages for small businesses forced to shut in hard lockdown.
News
The worsening problem of late payments is a central talking point at the Conservative Party's virtual conference
Running a Business
Late payment can rip through businesses in lockdown just as fast as coronavirus, says Paul Christensen. But with technology there’s no reason invoices cannot be settled on day one
Small Business Banking
Bank says it needs to process existing Bounce Back Loan applications and clear backlog before November 30 cut-off
News
Government will cover one-third of staff wages for full-time employees on days they are unable to work
News
Sadiq Khan has released details of a new fund to help SMEs with the COVID-19 recovery and a possible no-deal Brexit. Here's how to apply
News
Nearly half of young people want to become entrepreneurs and set up their own small busincess, according to Direct Line survey
News
Losses from coronavirus could equal £69bn as an increasing number of businesses predict that they will stop trading in the coming months
News
Retailers could be fined if they don’t wear facemasks, while pubs and restaurants must shut by 10pm. New rules to be in place for at least six months
Advice
COVID-19 is expected to decimate the UK jobs market, with unemployment doubling to 7.5% by the end of 2020. How to set up on your own if you’ve been made redundant.
News
Chancellor Rishi Sunak expected to extend Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme, Bounce Back Loans and Future Fund until end-November
Getting Online
In partnership with the UK Domain, we explore mental health in small business owners – and how it's been affected by COVID-19.
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.