Small business news
Find out the latest news affecting small businesses.
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13-minute read
Health and safety for small businesses – a guide to health and safety policy
Create a small business health and safety policy and comply with other health and safety rules.
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7-minute read
Working time directive breaks – what are the rules on breaks at work?
How maximum weekly working hours and rules on breaks help keep workers safe.
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8-minute read
Self-employed maternity pay: what you need to know
Don’t miss out on the chance to run your business whilst being a parent.
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3-minute read
Last posting dates for Christmas 2024
Find out how long you’ve got to post your orders to make it by Christmas.
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6-minute read
Statutory Sick Pay: what is the SSP rate?
What is the SSP rate? Find out how to calculate Statutory Sick Pay and whether your employees are…
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5-minute read
Autumn Budget – what does it mean for small businesses?
From Labour’s business tax roadmap to fuel duty increases, read our Autumn Budget predictions.
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6-minute read
How to set a freelance hourly rate: what hourly rate should I charge?
How to strike the balance between getting paid a fair price and attracting clients.
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5-minute read
Company tax return guide for small businesses
From CT600 to late payment penalties, here’s everything you need to know.
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9-minute read
How to become an estate agent: the step-by-step guide
Thinking about setting up an estate agency? Here’s everything you need to know.
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11-minute read
Step-by-step guide to starting a crafting business in the UK
If you’re a pottery pro or a sewing savant, here’s how to start a crafting business.
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