The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Retailers warn Labour’s Employment Rights Act could reduce flexible and entry-level jobs, risking higher youth unemployment as Gen Z workers rely heavily on part-time roles.
John Lewis staff will receive a 2% bonus for the first time in four years after the retailer reported rising sales and profits despite ongoing economic…
The UK government has unveiled a £4m TechFirst Women’s Programme offering 300 tech placements, returnships for developers and a national girls’ coding competition to boost female…
Trafigura will build a green hydrogen production facility in Milford Haven, Wales, producing 2,000 tonnes a year with government backing as part of the UK’s low-carbon…
The Bank of England plans to replace historical figures like Winston Churchill and Jane Austen with UK wildlife on future banknotes following a public consultation favouring…
Oil prices surged back above $90 after a ship attack in the Strait of Hormuz, as the Iran conflict disrupts shipping routes and raises fears over…
Revolut has launched its UK bank after receiving PRA approval, enabling FSCS-protected accounts and paving the way for lending products for its 13 million UK customers.
China’s exports jumped more than 20% in the first two months of 2026 despite US tariffs, driven by strong global demand for electronics and manufactured goods.
UK job vacancies fell at a slower pace in February as services sector growth hit a one-year high, raising hopes the labour market downturn may be…
US small businesses doubt they will receive refunds after the Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s tariffs, potentially freeing $175bn but leaving firms facing legal uncertainty.
Fifty government-funded 4G mast upgrades are now live across Wales under the Shared Rural Network programme, bringing improved mobile connectivity to rural communities, national parks and…
Royal Mail could deliver 219 million letters late this year as service targets are missed despite stamp price rises and parliamentary scrutiny over delivery performance.
OpenAI has postponed the launch of ChatGPT’s “adult mode” as it prioritises improving AI performance, personalisation and safety features amid intensifying competition in the artificial intelligence…
Markets now expect the Bank of England to raise interest rates after oil prices surged near $120 following the Middle East conflict, pushing UK inflation forecasts…
Brent crude surged close to $120 a barrel amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis as Middle East tensions disrupted oil shipments. Analysts warn the shock could…