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Knowledge: 2020

Coronavirus safety for shops, branches and stores: here are the government guidelines

5 June 2020 • 5-minute read

Coronavirus safety for shops, branches and stores: here are the government guidelines

Non-essential retail reopens in the UK on 15 June. Here are the government’s coronavirus safety guidelines for shops, branches, stores...

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Restaurant health and safety – here’s what to know about your responsibilities

4 June 2020 • 5-minute read

Restaurant health and safety – here’s what to know about your responsibilities

Restaurant health and safety is in the spotlight, but what are the basics every food business needs to live by? This guide lists the...

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New survey: the impact of coronavirus on UK small business is set to exceed £69 billion

28 May 2020 • 3-minute read

New survey: the impact of coronavirus on UK small business is set to exceed £69 billion

A Simply Business survey has revealed that Covid-19 is set to cost small business owners £11,799 on average – with 67 per cent having...

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6 tips for a successful small business loan application

28 May 2020 • 2-minute read

6 tips for a successful small business loan application

If you’re applying for a loan to help your small business through a tough patch or to expand, there are things you can do to maximise...

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How small businesses can start selling gift cards through Facebook and Instagram

14 May 2020 • 1-minute read

How small businesses can start selling gift cards through Facebook and Instagram

Should you sell gift cards? Gift cards are a great way to make sales, even if your business has had to close temporarily. Not only do...

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A landlord’s guide to essential repairs and maintenance during the coronavirus pandemic

23 April 2020 • 3-minute read

A landlord’s guide to essential repairs and maintenance during the coronavirus pandemic

The government says that landlords should still carry out urgent, essential repairs and maintenance during the coronavirus outbreak....

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What to do when a client doesn't pay: tips for getting paid

20 April 2020 • 3-minute read

What to do when a client doesn't pay: tips for getting paid

Customer won’t pay for work done? It’s a big problem for many UK businesses. And as the coronavirus pandemic causes widespread...

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Best free software and tools for small businesses and the self-employed to try

2 April 2020 • 5-minute read

Best free software and tools for small businesses and the self-employed to try

There are free tools you can use to cut costs and get your business running efficiently, which is especially important during the...

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5 home office tips for the perfect home workspace

20 March 2020 • 2-minute read

5 home office tips for the perfect home workspace

If you’re working from home, setting up the right space to work in can make all the difference. It’s where you’re going to be spending a...

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Contractors and businesses given lifeline as government delays IR35 reform by 12 months

19 March 2020 • 2-minute read

Contractors and businesses given lifeline as government delays IR35 reform by 12 months

Although the Chancellor previously announced that IR35 reform in the private sector would be introduced as planned on 6 April, the...

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