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VAT threshold rise 'would create 35,000 SME jobs'
by Josh Hall | 09 Dec 2010
An increase in the threshold at which small businesses start paying VAT could create up to 35,000 new jobs, according to new figures.
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Gender pay gap closing
by Josh Hall | 08 Dec 2010
The pay gap between men and women has been reduced during 2010, according to new government figures.
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Overdrafts 'more expensive than ever'
by Josh Hall | 07 Dec 2010
Bank overdrafts have reached their highest level since records began, according to new figures.
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Super-fast broadband across UK 'by 2015'
by Josh Hall | 06 Dec 2010
Super-fast broadband will be available in every part of the UK by 2015, according to new proposals announced by the government.
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Debit cards more popular than cash for first time
by Josh Hall | 03 Dec 2010
Debit card use in the UK has overtaken cash for the first time, according to new figures.
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OFT warns retailers over pricing
by Josh Hall | 02 Dec 2010
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has said it will act against retailers who mislead customers over special offers.
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House price falls 'easing'
by Josh Hall | 01 Dec 2010
The decline in house prices is slowing, according to new figures published today.
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Online retailers enjoy manic Mega Monday
by Josh Hall | 30 Nov 2010
Online shoppers splashed out yesterday, in what is almost certain to be the busiest shopping day of 2010 so far.
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Snow and strikes disrupt UK business
by Josh Hall | 29 Nov 2010
Travel woes look set to disrupt businesses across the country throughout the week.
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Small businesses expecting 'difficult' Christmas
by Josh Hall | 26 Nov 2010
Small businesses are expecting tough trading conditions over the festive period, according to new figures.
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