Firms are believed to have taken out tailored business loans? from Clydesdale Bank between 2002 and 2012, which supposedly came with high interest rates and fees related to hidden? break clauses. more»

In a further pledge to small businesses, the self-declared entrepreneur's bank? has said that increasing the number of local business managers across the country will ensure a higher proportion of startups get off the ground. more»

Small business owners who are finding it difficult to obtain finance from major high street banks will from today be paired up with alternative funding options, under a new government initiative. more»

Employing creative individuals is more important for driving innovation than coming up with bright ideas, according to small businesses. more»