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New report calls on policy makers to unleash the potential of the UK’s small...
Policy makers should do much more to stimulate the growth of the UK’s small businesses, according to a new report. “Size Matters: The Importance of Small Firms in London’s Economy”, is published by...
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Minister unveils £1.1 million innovation boost for SMEs
Start-Up firms and SMEs are set to get a £1.1 million innovation boost to help them develop new ideas, improve processes and target new markets. A second wave of Innovation Vouchers are being made...
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300,000 new SMEs needed to restore UK economy to prerecession peak
Against a backdrop of downgraded growth forecasts by the Chancellor in the Autumn Statement, and recent ONS figures depicting subdued UK economic expansion, a new study shows that 300,000 new SMEs are...
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Over 3 million homeworkers potentially operating illegally
As the number of people who work from home continues to rise, statistics from AXA Business Insurance suggest that the majority of the 5.4 million homeworkers in the UK are, probably unknowingly,...
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Glass half full for SMEs in 2013
Despite the prospect of a triple-dip recession, the downgrading of the UK’s credit rating and the extension of austerity measures, UK’s small and medium-sized companies are cautiously optimistic about...
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Westminster tops London boroughs for business competitiveness
An expanding number of new businesses, a talented workforce and excellent broadband connectivity have helped make Westminster the most business competitive London borough, according to Santander...
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Start-Up loan scheme hits 2,000 mark
The Start-Up Loan scheme has exceeded expectations as 2,000 young entrepreneurs have now received support to help get their business venture off the ground, in a boost to growth and the UK’s efforts to...
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Mixed response to Budget
The response by businesses to this year’s Budget has been muted, with some SMEs praising increased capital expenditure, a reduction in corporation tax and changes to the PAYE system, while others have...
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Getting your business off the ground: things to do and things to avoid
Guest Post: Starting a new business is an exciting time but it can also be very stressful, with plenty of things to think about. In order to help ease the burden, we have a bit of advice on the things...
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WorldPay becomes provider for The Start-Up Loans Company
WorldPay and The Start-Up Loans Company have announced an agreement which will see WorldPay become the recommended payments processor for entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs receiving loans and support from...
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