Report finds debt levels soaring among the UK’s self-employed
Small business owners and self-employed people are increasingly grappling with high levels of debt, according to new research from SME advice service Business Debtline. more»
Finance
Discover the best approach to securing funding for your small business, whether it's a bank loan or equity investment from an angel backer. Finance is a crucial component of entrepreneurial success, allowing business owners to make calculated risks and think on a bigger scale.
Scotland’s female entrepreneurs demand state support to realise economic potential
Scottish female entrepreneurs are urging the government for more help to give the economy a multi-billion-pound boost. more»
Government turns to green entrepreneurs to help save the environment
Green boffins are being urged by the government to come up with new ideas to help save the environment, as part of a new £60m initiative. more»
Lenders offering poor digital service risk losing small businesses to challenger banks
Small business owners are calling on high street banks to ramp up their technological innovations or they will switch to digital rivals. more»
6 reasons why a joint venture reduces the risks for startups
Starting a business can never happen without some level of risk. The wise entrepreneur will recognise that. The skill is in reducing the risks as far as possible. more»
6 business funding options to get your startup up and running
Donna Torres, director of small business at Xero, helps startup founders understand the different business funding options available for new companies. more»
Chancellor urged to deliver £3,000 Brexit voucher for every small business
Businesses should be given Brexit planning vouchers worth up to £3,000 to pay for legal and professional advice ahead of the UK’s split from the EU, according to the Institute of Directors. more»
Could free government cash bring small businesses out of productivity crisis?
The government is being urged to bring in a new "Productivity Allowance" to help drag the UK out of a "lost decade" of economic woes. more»
A fear of the future is holding back innovation among small businesses
Fear of the future is putting the squeeze on SME finance and innovation, according to a new study, with demand for external finance limited. more»
Finding the right niche for your business
Expertise and enthusiasm go a long way but that’s not enough to make a business a success if there’s no gap in the market. more»
