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October 30, 2015
Graduates want more advice on entrepreneurship
Post-1992 universities, including ex-polytechnics, are better at encouraging entrepreneurship than Russell Group universities, according to new research.
October 30, 2015
Is your small business behind the times?
Paper records, desk diaries, payment by cheque - despite the rise of the smartphone and online tools, many micro business owners are still using old-fashioned methods to manage their business.
October 30, 2015
"Fix the fundamentals", BCC tells Government
Ahead of the Chancellor's Spending Review and Autumn Statement in November, the British Chambers of Commerce have called on the Government to focus on boosting investment, exports, training and infrastructure.
October 30, 2015
SMEs need affordable legal support, says report
New research reveals that most UK SMEs only get legal advice as a last resort; and industry bodies are calling for legal service providers to offer more affordable advice to small firms.
October 30, 2015
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October 23, 2015
Are there too many sole traders?
The Forum of Private Business is warning that despite the rise in the number of small businesses, not enough is being done by the Government to encourage business owners to take on new employees.
October 23, 2015
SMEs spending too much on energy
UK service sector SMEs are wasting over £414 million per annum on unnecessary energy expenditure according to a new report.
October 23, 2015
SMEs have most to gain from digital opportunities
The UK economy could get a £92 billion boost if businesses fully develop their digital potential, equivalent to 2.5% of GDP. And SMEs could grow at three times the rate of larger firms as a result.
October 23, 2015
Meet the small firms punching above their weight
A tiny group of UK small firms are making a significant contribution to UK economic growth and even reviving regions, according to a new report.
October 23, 2015
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October 16, 2015
Employers report rise in "presenteeism"
The number of firms reporting that sick staff are coming into work has increased for the fifth year in a row.
October 16, 2015
Number of UK businesses hits new high
The number of private sector businesses in the UK has hit 5.4 million, a new record.
October 16, 2015
Access to lending drives faster SME growth rates
Small and medium-sized businesses grow progressively faster as their ability to borrow increases, according to new research.
October 16, 2015
Consumers more worried than ever about their data
More and more consumers no longer trust that social media platforms, government and businesses will keep their data safe online according to new research.
October 16, 2015
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