The government's 5p charge on plastic bags comes into effect from today, but doesn't include retailers employing fewer than 250 employees, in an attempt to keep from burdening businesses with too much red tape. Small retailers though, are worried this will actually cause more confusion. more»
Julie Deane wants to help the nation's self-employed help influence future legislation that will affect them, and has launched a survey to allow those who work for themselves have their say. more»
Eileen Burbidge, the new fintech envoy for the government has now been appointed chair of Tech City UK too. more»
The managing director of Love Energy Savings with advice on how your firm can keep the energy bills down as the colder months approach. more»
After a bruising performance at the general election, Tim Farron's Liberal Democrats are targeting the centre ground with a pro-business policy. more»
Business leaders have criticised the government for its "unachievable" immigration targets, saying they will only serve to harm the UK economy. more»
The government will impose harsher penalties on firms found to be employing illegal migrants as part of this autumn's Immigration Bill. more»
New research compiled in partnership by Spend Network and innovation foundation Nesta has shed light on how much larger, and older, businesses dominate when it comes to winning bids for both local and central government contracts. more»
The scheme aiming to improve access to expert advice for small businesses has been criticised by the shadow business secretary for poor take-up and inefficient marketing. more»
In an effort to create a more joined-up economy, and plug micro and small businesses into a faster internet connection to fasciate growth and innovation, Broadband Connection Vouchers are currently being delivered by 50 cities in the UK. more»
