A fear of cybercrime among businesses has led to a boom in cyber insurance, according to a new report. Read More
Month: January 2018
How can SMEs improve workplace productivity?
Several pieces of research published in recent days suggest that Britain’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly struggling with maintaining workplace productivity – but how can this be improved? Read More
Has HMRC changed its penalty policy?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is facing calls to clarify its penalty policy ahead of the upcoming self-assessment tax return deadline of 31 January. Read More
Businesses prepare for credit card charge ban
From Saturday, businesses and service providers will no longer be allowed to levy a surcharge on credit and debit card purchases. Read More
Strong growth for UK economy in final quarter of 2017
The UK economy grew much faster than expected in the final quarter (Q4) of 2017, new data has revealed. Read More
What are your obstacles to business success in 2018?
Industry publication startups.co.uk has asked its audience what is the biggest challenge their business is facing in 2018. Read More
HMRC experiencing IT difficulties ahead of January tax return deadline
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has been experiencing a number of IT difficulties in recent days, as customers rush to file their tax returns before the 31 January deadline. Read More
SMEs confident about growth
A large number of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are hoping to expand this year, while others are anticipating a boost in business revenues. Read More
New year, new website? What businesses want in 2018
A recent poll has asked SMEs what they want to achieve in 2018, with most business owners planning to prioritise new websites, apps, and digital opportunities. Read More
Small business growth hindered by late payments
Concerns have been raised that late payments are having a negative impact on growth for many small businesses, after research found that almost two thirds (62 per cent) of invoices issued by UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in 2017 were paid late. Read More