Small business bill: Key measures
The Government today published its much-touted small business bill, which contains a range of measures designed to boost enterprise.
SMEs don’t trust equity finance
A study looking at SMEs and difficulties they face in raising funds found they can be wary of borrowing from banks and venture firms – even if they're in need of that money for growth.
Retail sales drag but consumers plan to splash out over summer
Retail sales growth fell slightly in the year to June, but the pace is expected to grow next month, according to figures from the CBI.
Why you need to make sure you have an ethical supply chain
The Government today announced it has asked the British Retail Consortium to produce recommendation on how retailers can help eradicate human rights abuses in its supply chain.
5 key qualities you should look for in an FD
Once regarded as back-office bean counters, FDs and CFOs have now emerged as key players in the boardroom and an important part of the governance process.
Fun space project aims to encourage future scientists
MARSBalloon has launched 80 student experiments designed to test how everyday objects will survive on Mars.
How to respond to a fraudulent online review
In a competitive market, fraudulent reviews are used to 'game' a review website, like Amazon. Positive reviews can give a business good PR, while negative reviews, as from competitors, could deter customers and drive down sales.
A guide on creating strong passwords to defeat hackers
Companies of all sizes are vulnerable to hackers, and while a data breach is a problem no matter what size your company is, for small businesses, it can be particularly acute.
Yes or no, Scotland needs entrepreneurs
As the date for Scotland’s independence referendum edges closer, the decibel level from conflicting voices continues to rise, says Charlie Laidlaw.
Businesses welcome Government crackdown on zero-hours contract abuse
The Government today announced it would ban exclusivity clauses in zero-hours contracts which prevent workers from working for more than one employer at a time.
British workers are secretly brave
A study from Thomas International found British workers may not have the introverted personality type attributed to them: they may be even more extroverted than US counterparts.