Trades
The essential guides for the trades industry.
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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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3-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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5-minute read
How to work out profit margin – an online business profit margin calculator
How do you work out profit margin and markup for your small business?
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12-minute read
What is the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and how does it work?
Find out how the scheme works for contractors and subcontractors.
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4-minute read
Planning reforms to reduce red tape for builders
Find out how the changes could create work and provide more industry funding.
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6-minute read
M&S cyber attacks spark warning for all businesses to boost security
Whether you’re a sole trader or a larger company with employees, it’s important that you protect your business…
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4-minute read
Tool theft in 2025: tougher sentences coming soon?
A new bill could mean harsher sentences for tool theft are on the way.
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3-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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4-minute read
Government pledges billions to fix ‘pothole plague’
Find out how the government is trying to fix the ‘pothole plague’ on UK roads.
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10-minute read
Flat rate VAT scheme: a simple guide for small businesses
Find out if the scheme can save you time and money with your VAT accounting.
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