Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Articles and news on Self Employed topics from the Small Business archive.
Tax
The government is being urged to seriously consider the impact that tax changes could have on the self employed in this years Spring Budget.
News
Rise in self-employment is led by tax advantages for workers in high-paying ‘privileged’ sectors rather than the gig economy.
News
One in seven British workers aim to become self-employed at some point in the future, according to new research.
News
Despite self-employed workers enjoying increased flexibility and family time, a fifth of their relatives say their career choice has actually caused more stress.
News
UK self-employed generate mean annual revenues of £32,623 (£5,000 more than the average UK salary), despite working 10 hours less per week.
Sole trader
Self-employed freelancers ask for a hug for Christmas after a difficult and uncertain year.
News
Three quarters of the UK’s self-employed workforce use the same bank account for personal and business finances, a new study finds.
Sole trader
Adam Tavener discusses the challenges brought up by the post-recession self employment rush and suggests what can be done to improve prospects for the cohort.
News
Sickness, maternity and holiday rights of self-employed workers have been called into question following the uncertainty over the self-employed status of Uber drivers.
News
Nine tenths of self-employed professionals in the UK are happier in their new careers than when they were in traditional employment.
News
Many self-employed people in the UK are working excessively long hours without taking any holidays, finds research.
Sole trader
Self-employed people in the UK report higher job satisfaction than employees despite being more likely to live in low income households and work longer hours.
Partner content
Philip Welsh, product marketing manager at Sage, explains why employers’ National Insurance contributions (NIC) are rising in April 2025 – impacting employee costs, cashflow and margins for firms
Business Technology
With fraud posing a significant threat to small businesses, Rachael Tiffen from Cifas addresses the role of digital skills in fraud prevention
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.