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Latest small business news
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9 trending small business ideas for 2026
We reveal the latest business idea trends for 2026.
8-minute read
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The Warm Homes Plan: tradespeople to benefit from £15 billion scheme
Find out why tradespeople will be essential.
4-minute read
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5 Dragons’ Den pitches we’ll never forget
We look back at the best pitches the show has seen in its 20-year history.
6-minute read
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Relief for pubs as government confirms business rates U-turn
A three-year support package has been announced to help pubs.
4-minute read
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What are business rates? Small businesses prepare for revaluation
Business rates are changing, here’s what you need to know.
8-minute read
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Employment Rights Act reforms could save businesses billions
We break down the financial impact and key changes of the workers’ rights reforms.
3-minute read
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Landlord licensing: increased risk of fines as schemes surge
Landlords face an increased risk of breaking property licensing rules
3-minute read
Recent how-to guides and business tips
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3-minute read
Payslip template for small businesses (2026 update)
If you employ people to work for your small business then you’ll need to produce a payslip for…
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5-minute read
How to increase your prices (without losing customers)
Communicating a price increase correctly can help you retain customers – here are our tips and a price…
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9-minute read
23 ways to advertise your business for free
Get your business noticed with these free advertising ideas.
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6-minute read
Ask the experts: how to find the best business insurance for you
Find out what you need to consider before buying business insurance.
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4-minute read
How to set up Facebook Shops (2026 update)
Is Facebook Shops the perfect first platform to try out online selling?
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8-minute read
9 trending small business ideas for 2026
We reveal the latest business idea trends for 2026.
Top trending articles
Are you prepared for Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital for VAT is already in place. But Making Tax Digital for income tax is coming from April 2026 – changing how small businesses and landlords file and pay tax. Make sure you’re prepared.
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Making Tax Digital for business income tax
Making Tax Digital will affect how you pay income tax from 2026.
8-minute read
Making Tax Digital for landlord income tax: get ready for 2026 changes
Find out more on key dates, how to comply, and how to register.
8-minute read
The 9 best self-employed accounting software for 2025
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Monzo’s built-in MTD tool: is it really this easy?
Free financial calculators and business tools
Whether you need to work out how much VAT to add to invoices or the profit margin on a new product, our free calculators are here to help you.
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How to work out profit margin – profit margin calculator
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What is ROI and how do you measure it? ROI calculator
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How much is VAT? VAT calculator for businesses
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Senior Copywriter
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Copywriter
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Content Executive
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