The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
The pace of economic growth in the UK slowed in September, as concerns about the government's upcoming budget weighed on business activity, according to a preliminary…
Landlords will be banned from renting out properties that fail to meet minimum energy efficiency standards by 2030, according to Ed Miliband, Labour's energy secretary, who…
Rightmove is reviewing a third £6.1bn takeover offer from Australia’s Rea Group after rejecting two earlier proposals. The UK property website must decide by September 30.
US energy giant Holtec chooses South Yorkshire for a landmark £1.5bn factory to build small modular reactors, potentially creating 3,000 jobs and boosting the UK's nuclear…
Labour is set to introduce new rules requiring companies to offer zero-hours staff a regular contract after three months, part of wider reforms to tackle "one-sided…
The Welsh Government is weighing the introduction of tax breaks to stem the tide of people leaving the country, particularly from rural areas, and to preserve…
Consumer confidence has plunged as concerns grow that Labour’s rhetoric is dampening economic optimism. With fears of tax rises and a painful Budget, households and businesses…
Next has warned that it may have to close stores after losing a significant legal battle over equal pay, which could cost the retailer over £30…
The pound hits a two-year high, reaching $1.33, after the Bank of England holds rates steady and signals gradual monetary loosening. Analysts predict further gains, though…
The UK’s borrowing bill once again exceeded expectations in August, adding pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of Labour’s first budget on 30 October.
Retail sales in the UK hit a two-year high in August, as shoppers spent more on food, summer clothing, and seasonal discounts, providing a boost to…
The UK government is set to introduce new measures aimed at tackling late payments by large firms to small businesses, an issue that contributes to the…
The OECD has warned Chancellor Rachel Reeves of the need for significant fiscal reform to stabilise the UK's public finances, suggesting tax reforms, changes to pensions,…
Asda co-owner Mohsin Issa steps back from daily operations to focus on his role at EG Group, as the supermarket struggles with falling market share and…
UK inflation remained at 2.2% in August, while core inflation rose to 3.6%. The Bank of England is expected to hold interest rates steady at 5%…