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Small businesses 'may never be compensated' over interest rate swap mis-selling
by Josh Hall | 07 May 2013
Small businesses could still be at risk from mis-sold interest rate swap agreements (IRSAs).
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HMRC targets takeaways
by Josh Hall | 20 Feb 2013
Chip shops are in the firing line following the establishment of a new HMRC taskforce.
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Small businesses 'to benefit from EU patent simplification'
by Josh Hall | 14 Dec 2012
It will be easier for UK businesses to protect their intellectual property across Europe, thanks to the simplification of the EU patent system.
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Minimum Wage rises for over-21s
by Josh Hall | 04 Oct 2012
The minimum wage rose for over-21s yesterday – but younger workers will endure a freeze.
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Row over health and safety inspection exemptions
by Josh Hall | 14 Sep 2012
Thousands of small businesses will no longer receive health and safety inspections under new plans announced by the government.
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Tenancy fees set to become illegal in Scotland
by Josh Hall | 11 Sep 2012
From November it will be illegal to charge tenant fees in Scotland.
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SMEs prioritise ‘value for money’ above all other brand values in challenging economic climate
by Nicholas Green | 08 Aug 2012
There has been a shift in how start-ups and existing small businesses define their brand values, perhaps in an effort to match the current economic and social climate.
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Sacking 'to be made easier' - Today's small business news roundup
by Josh Hall | 13 Jun 2012
Sacking rules, working pensioners, and Greek exit - here's your need-to-know business news roundup.
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Olympic authorities face business criticism - Today's small business news roundup
by Josh Hall | 21 May 2012
Olympic rows, stagflation concerns, and controversial reports - here's your need-to-know business news roundup.
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Rents rise again - Today's small business news roundup
by Josh Hall | 18 May 2012
Rent rises, regulation rows, and Greek tragedies - here's your need-to-know business news roundup.
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