There's nothing better than hearing about the success of small businesses on these shores and further afield. Whether it's overseas expansion or a lucrative injection of capital, here's the latest news on small business growth in the UK and beyond
Autumn Statement 2023: What You Need to Know
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A round-up of everything you need to know about Jeremy Hunt's Autumn statement 2023: Business rates relief, living wage increases, national insurance cut for the self-employed
Autumn Statement 2022: Everything You Need to Know
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We explore everything you need to know about Jeremy Hunt's Autumn statement: tax cuts, national insurance and more!
Amazon Go: Tech Giant Unveils New Grocery Store Concept
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Tech giant Amazon has unveiled Amazon Go, its new grocery store concept that lets customers do their weekly shop without having to queue at a checkout
Construction Contractors' Late Payment Woes Revealed
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A new report by Funding Options highlights how lengthy payment terms of major developers are having a crushing impact on the cash flow of contractors
Theresa May Backs British Tech
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Theresa May pledges £2 billion a year in R&D investment for the UK's most innovative companies, but appears to backtrack on 'workers on boards' proposals
Suffolk and Norfolk Devolution Could Boost Business Growth
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Suffolk and Norfolk devolution could bring more than £1 billion of funding to the region, and give businesses a greater say over local issues
New Proptech Company Seeks £1 Million to Grow
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New proptech company, Settled, puts the power into the hands of people selling and buying homes. It's also seeking more investment to grow its brand
Spotify Hits 'Play' on $1 Billion Investment
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Music streaming service Spotify has announced its $1bn debt financing package to challenge Apple Music and Tidal. Have they really got a good deal though?
Brexit: Threat to SMEs Relying on EU
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RSA report: Brexit threatens EU-dependent SMEs. They struggle to export beyond Europe and want more government support to trade with emerging economies
Cumbrian Businesses Vow to Help and Grow Stronger
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Cumbrian businesses rally to support for each other and the public during the December floods brought by Storm Desmond
Business Growth Scheme Scrapped
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The Business Growth Scheme has been scrapped by Government as part of its Spending Review. Read about the reaction from the business community to the news
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