Micro businesses in rural Britain could struggle to keep up with the digital tax transition, as superfast broadband continues to overlook parts of the UK. more»

Financial services firms are more pessimistic about the current UK economy than they were during the credit crunch, new survey findings have suggested. more»

Owners at the UK’s smallest firms are planning to severely cut investment in their business in response to potential economic uncertainty surrounding Brexit, according to new research. more»

Britain’s community of busy freelancers increased by 43 per cent since 2008, according to a new study that highlights the growing economic contribution of the freelance workforce. more»

The latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics show an increase in productivity in the UK, as levels of output reach those that predate the financial crash in 2008. more»

The UK services sector has seen a rise in activity in August following a record drop in July thought to be a result of disruption related to the Brexit vote. more»

Speaking at the first inter-ministerial group on business engagement, the business secretary has announced a new package of funding for the UK’s most disruptive businesses. more»

As the battle for leadership of the Conservative party – and the country – heats up, Business Advice looks at the small business credentials of the candidates and reveals who wants to abolish red tape for micro firms and who has witnessed business failure first-hand. more»

Backed by analysis from the Treasury, which argued that leaving the EU would cause an “immediate and profound shock” to Britain that would damage economic growth, the chancellor stepped up the government’s campaign opposing Brexit, in a speech exactly one month away from the vital referendum. more»

With just one month to go before our inaugural Small Business School on 14 June, Business Advice wants to find out what issue you want to stop losing sleep over. more»