The latest Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Index revealed that retailers have the lowest confidence level of any sector, with 43% forecasting their fortunes will dive before Christmas. more»
As the Federation of Small Businesses launches a new campaign to protect small high street shops, one cafe owner reveals how a business rates hike has threatened the survival of their business. more»
A business rates freeze, better parking infrastructure and access to cash are vital elements of a thriving high street and must immediately be addressed by policy makers, according to the Federation of Small Businesses. more»
After international trade secretary Liam Fox pledged to turn Britain into a 21st century exporting superpower? post-Brexit, the small business community called for greater financial support to fulfil its overseas potential. more»
Challenging the perception that cyber criminals are more concerned with large firms than smaller enterprises, Martin McTague, policy director at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), offers micro company owners a wake up call with some crucial cyber security action points. more»
Millions of entrepreneurs will be hit with higher pension costs and lost reliefs when the new tax year starts tomorrow, the Federation of Small Businesses has warned. more»
The government is being urged to solve the UK's housing crisis by ramping up support for small builders, including cracking down on late payers and easing access to finance. more»
Small UK business owners are eyeing up revenue, jobs and export growth this spring, a new report has found, helped by lower inflation and progress on Brexit. more»
As supermarket giant Tesco completes the acquisition of cash-and-carry chain Booker, the Federation of Small Businesses has set out its expectations for the new food powerhouse. more»
New research from the Federation of Small Businesses has revealed that the bureaucracy surrounding tax compliance is costing entrepreneurs significant time and money, and hampering growth. more»
