Home » Politics

Tag

Politics

“Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.” – Charles de Gaulle

Business management

Exclusive: What does Kemi Badenoch want for small businesses?

Now that she's been voted the leader of the Conservatives, we ask Kemi Badenoch what she would do for small businesses

News

Truss scraps small business minister title

Small businesses do not have a dedicated small business minister for first time since last Labour government. Instead, championing small businesses has become part of much wider ministerial role

Business management

Scotland election manifestos 2021 – what’s in them for small businesses?

Ahead of the election on May 6, we've rounded up the small business pledges from each of the Scottish political party manifestos

Business management

Wales election manifestos 2021 – what’s in them for small businesses?

Ahead of the elections on May 6, we give you a summary of the pledges being made for small businesses by each political party in Wales

News

Labour small biz minister: ‘Boris just says whatever pops into his head’

Bill Esterson, shadow small business minister, on Labour’s plans for a US-style Small Business Administration, rebalancing the economy and how the Tories have abandoned small business

News

Boris Johnson to fund tax cuts by increasing NI contributions

Small business owners and sole traders would fork out for plan to cut income tax for anybody earning over £50,000

News

SME optimism is falling amid rising political uncertainty

SMEs are less optimistic than a year ago and cite finding skilled staff, red tape and political uncertainty as their biggest barriers to growth, according to research from Albion Capital, the independent investment manager.

News

Are you comfortable discussing politics at work?

Study reveals nearly three quarters of Brits feel comfortable discussing politics at work and Conservative voters are most happy to do so.

Advice

‘Don’t strangle the self-employed’ The IPSE message to political parties

With the 2017 General Election right around the corner, IPSE warns parties to listen to the needs of the self-employed.

Blog

Why our politicians need to make small businesses a big priority

Will we eventually get a government that, rhetoric aside, actually 'gets' small businesses? David Cliff explores the issue.

Business management

How to navigate uncertain political situations as a small business owner

With an unexpected general election around the corner, Sean Ofsarnie discusses how to navigate tricky political circumstances when you own a business.

News

Small businesses feel ignored by political decision making

Red tape and a lack of access to funding from investors and banks are the main barriers to growth ambitions for UK SMEs.

Recommended Content

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

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

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

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

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.