Could businesses get more choice over software?

Most businesses now depend on several software systems to manage everyday activities such as email, accounting, document preparation, customer records and internal communication, and as these systems

New proposals could change self-employment rules

Businesses that engage freelancers, contractors and other self-employed workers may need to review their arrangements following a new Government consultation aimed at tackling bogus self-employment

Business confidence rises but is it time to invest?

Business confidence across the UK is showing signs of improvement, although many smaller businesses remain reluctant to commit money to new investment.

The latest British Chambers of Commerce

Late payments: Is your business at risk?

Late payment of invoices remains one of the most persistent problems facing UK small businesses, and recent research suggests the situation is becoming increasingly difficult. 60% of UK small and

Are grid delays holding back investment?

A business may have the finance, premises and customers for an expansion project, yet still face another obstacle: obtaining enough electricity.

The Government has announced Great British Grid, a new

New digital rules for tracking waste

A new system for recording waste movements came into operation on 1 October 2026.

The first phase of mandatory digital waste tracking applies to permitted or licensed sites receiving controlled waste

Could better workplace health reduce staff losses?

When an employee develops a health problem, the consequences can extend far beyond a few days of absence. The Government published an update to its Keep Britain Working programme on 23 September,

Is your business ready for a cyber incident?

Cyber security is sometimes treated as a problem for large organisations with specialist IT departments. In reality, smaller businesses can be particularly vulnerable because they often have fewer

Interest rates may not be coming down soon

Businesses waiting for cheaper borrowing may need to reconsider their plans.

The Bank of England kept Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% in September, but three members of the Monetary Policy Committee

New funding opens for growing businesses

The British Business Bank has launched a £210 million investment fund to help smaller businesses in the South East of England start, develop and grow.

The South East Investment Fund will offer loans