Small firms missing out on cheap finance says FSB
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) believes small firms could be missing out on cheaper finance as new figures shows around two thirds (61%) of firms haven’t heard of Funding for Lending (FLS).
CBI: UK business volumes hit highest level since 1998
Business activity in the service sector has hit its highest level in six years adding further weight to the UK’s economic rebound according to the latest figures from the Confederation of British Industry.
Women Driving Membership Growth
The doubling of membership by CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, over the last ten years has been driven by women joining the organisation.
Commonwealth Students’ Association launches recruitment drive
The Commonwealth Students’ Association (CSA) has launched its new website and membership recruitment drive.
Update on Holiday Pay and Sickness: “Right to Carry Forward” Limited to Four Weeks Per Year
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has handed down an important decision for UK employers, limiting the right of workers to carry forward holiday entitlement accrued during a period of long-term sickness absence.
How Patent Box legislation can help businesses
Corporation tax rates for large companies are coming down to match the 20 per cent rate for profits under £300,000. However, the new Patent Box legislation could allow your company to claim an even lower rate, 10 per cent, if those profits are generated from the use of patents.
FSB report reveals the power of small businesses in the local economy
Extensive new research from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) shows that 58 per cent more of the money spent by local authorities with small firms is re-spent in the local economy compared to that spent with large businesses in the same area.
Developing a good story
You can’t underestimate the power of a good story. A well told story can really grab the attention of your audience, capturing their imagination and influencing their perceptions.
Small business confidence reaches three-year high, says FSB
Confidence among small businesses rose to its highest level in three years according to the latest Small Business Index from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) released today, with confidence rising across all parts of the UK and in most sectors.
Government backing small business
Small businesses have received a huge boost after the Government announced that it will accept all the recommendations made in a report by its Enterprise Advisor Lord Young.