The findings of the Uswitch report indicate that local authorities with a higher density of small businesses see lower unemployment benefit claims. In addition, ONS data reveals that many small ...

The Start Up Idea of the Year competition will give three budding entrepreneurs the chance to win grants of up to £10,000.

Storm Eowyn looks set to cause disruption for UK SMEs this week, with strong and dangerous high winds as the Met Office ...

When you are selling your products or services, how do you handle the objection that you are too expensive? Andy Preston of Outstanding Results has four ways to help you sell without having to resort ...

Have you got what it takes to run your own business? It's a question every entrepreneur asks themselves, often when the going gets tough. Every small business owner needs to believe in themselves but ...

One in five of the businesses polled (20%) say it takes them over nine hours to gather materials for their tax returns. In ...

Research shows that many Brits are planning to start a side hustle in 2025; a new study has investigated which side gigs are most lucrative for those looking to earn some extra money.

Self-employed workers have to pay income tax and National Insurance contributions on their earnings. Here’s what you need to know about tax if you're self-employed If you work for yourself as a sole ...

The tyre-fitting market is very competitive and independents need to offer a quality service to compete against the national fast-fit chains. Our practical guide will help you start up and run your ...