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Latest small business news
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CPI rates – what is inflation and how does it affect your business?
Learn how to manage rising inflation as a business owner
3-minute read
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Major changes to Skilled Worker visa: is your trade affected?
Over 180 occupations are set to be made ineligible for the visa.
3-minute read
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Where are hosepipe bans – and is my small business exempt?
Wondering how a hosepipe ban could impact your business?
3-minute read
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Renters’ Rights Bill – what do landlords need to know?
The government plans to ban Section 21 evictions and limit rent increases.
11-minute read
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Decent Homes Standard: 1 in 5 properties need improvements
Find out how this part of the Renters’ Rights Bill could affect you.
5-minute read
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Fair Payment Code – is it helping small businesses?
Have the government’s initiatives made a difference to late payments?
3-minute read
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Four scams that target small businesses
Find out the strategies scammers use to trick business owners.
5-minute read
Recent how-to guides and business tips
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8-minute read
Electric cars and vans – should you get one for your business?
New electric car grants could make it more affordable to own one. Learn more.
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14-minute read
How to start a business in 9 steps
From writing a business plan to understanding tax, this guide has you covered.
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10-minute read
How to become a florist – grow your own business
Everything you need to know to get started as a florist.
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3-minute read
CPI rates – what is inflation and how does it affect your business?
Learn how to manage rising inflation as a business owner
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3-minute read
Major changes to Skilled Worker visa: is your trade affected?
Over 180 occupations are set to be made ineligible for the visa.
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11-minute read
How to become a dog groomer: pro tips and step-by-step guide
Get tips from a self-employed dog groomer, from tools and training to marketing and expansion.
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.
Making Tax Digital for business income tax
Making Tax Digital will affect how you pay income tax from 2026.
5-minute read
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