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Export drop hits manufacturing sector, recovery hopes
by Josh Hall | 21 Jul 2010
Growth expectations for the manufacturing sector have slowed significantly, denting hopes that an economic recovery could be led by the manufacturing sector.
Banks still giving small businesses raw deal says Cable
by Josh Hall | 19 Jul 2010
Banks are continuing to “rip off” small businesses and private customers, according to Vince Cable.
by Josh Hall | 16 Jul 2010
Tax paid by the drivers of company vans has quadrupled in two years, according to new figures from accountants UHY Hacker Young.
Half of all workers 'want to start their own business'
by Josh Hall | 15 Jul 2010
A staggering 50 per cent of all UK office workers have considered setting up their own business.
Inflation worries as rates fall again
by Josh Hall | 14 Jul 2010
UK inflation fell during June to 3.2 per cent – the second consecutive month of slowdown.
IR35 to be reviewed in 'Tax simplification'
by Josh Hall | 14 Jul 2010
The Chancellor, George Osborne, has announced a ‘simplification’ of the UK tax schedule – which will include a review of IR35.
Self employed face mortgage drought as self-certs face ban
by Josh Hall | 13 Jul 2010
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is moving ahead with plans to ban self-certification mortgages, leading to concerns amongst the self-employed.
Export hopes knocked by new figures
by Josh Hall | 12 Jul 2010
Hopes that the UK economy would enjoy an export-led recovery were dented last week with the publication of new figures showing a widening trade deficit.
BBC investigation shows retailers do not understand mail order rules
by Josh Hall | 12 Jul 2010
A BBC investigation into retailer Next has uncovered a widespread misunderstanding of the Distance Selling Regulations (DSRs).
Figures show depth of business lending crisis
by Josh Hall | 08 Jul 2010
Small business lending collapsed last year to less than a quarter of its average, according to new figures released today.
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