Small business news
Find out the latest news affecting small businesses.
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9-minute read
A beginner’s guide to the Autumn Budget 2026
New data from Simply Business reveals how confident business owners feel in 2026.
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5-minute read
Employment Rights Act: 3 changes for October 2026
Here’s everything UK employers need to know to stay compliant with employment law.
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3-minute read
GBBO returns – but where are the UK’s bakery sweet spots?
As GBBO returns for another season, new data reveals the top bakery hotspots in the UK.
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5-minute read
AI use among UK small businesses more than doubles in a year
New data reveals nearly half of UK small businesses now use AI tools.
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11-minute read
Autumn Budget 2026 predictions for small businesses
How might the government’s plans impact you and your money.
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5-minute read
SME Insights Report 2026: cost pressures, side hustles, and resilience
Nearly 2,000 owners reveal what it really takes to run a business
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6-minute read
Which trade earns the most – and where?
Our data reveals which tradespeople earn the most by turnover in the UK.
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5-minute read
The hidden cost of running a small business (and tips to deal with it)
Tips to manage late payments from a self-employed journalist.
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5-minute read
Where are hosepipe bans – and is my small business exempt?
Wondering how a hosepipe ban could impact your business?
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4-minute read
How to boost your sales for free with Google Universal Cart
Reach new customers with Google’s new online shopping experience.
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