UK small business leaders believe over a quarter of their staff perform below average, according to a survey of small business owners.
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The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Two thirds of UK businesses report big progress in bid for the paper free office
With World Paper Free Day – 9th November – fast approaching, a survey has uncovered that Britain is already two-thirds of the way there.
Almost three quarters of contractors highlight importance of tax and IR35 insurance
Almost three quarters of UK freelancers and contractors have revealed that tax protection and IR35 insurance is either ‘vital’ or ‘fairly important’ to their business, research has highlighted.
As savings crisis looms, employers failing to tackle employee knowledge gap
A lack of across the board financial education is failing to close the employee savings gap, according to a new report.
Companies are wasting money on benefits employees don’t value
New research reveals that companies are failing to understand their workforce and the impact their working experiences can have on productivity.
Small Business Saturday bus tour launches across UK for fifth year
Small Business Saturday, the nationwide campaign to support, inspire and promote the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses, is once again launching its iconic national bus tour, as the campaign marks its fifth anniversary.
British councils spend £32m every year on new PCs
Councils in England, Scotland and Wales have spent more than £160 million on PCs and laptops since the start of 2013.
Tax fiddler on the roof jailed
A self-employed Kent roofer, who stole £88,000 through VAT fraud and evaded more than £14,000 in Income Tax, has been jailed for 20 months after he was investigated by HMRC.
HMRC IR35 tax reform impact Transport for London’s critical repair plans
Delays to critical TfL London Underground repair work due to the exodus of public sector contractors further contradicts HMRC’s claim that IR35 reform is not impacting contracting and the public sector.
Investing in staff is number one priority for growing SMEs
Investing in staff is the secret ingredient to grow a business, say UK SMEs.
Ambitious Gen Z expect to be promoted within 6 months of starting their first job
Over a third of Generation Z expect to be promoted within six months of starting their first job – according to new research.
British workers reluctant to take career breaks risk burn-out
Despite almost two-thirds of British employees saying they would consider an extended leave away from work, it seems they are unlikely to take such a break and instead risk burn-out.
International talent key to future of UK advertising
A new report reveals that a diverse international workforce is central to the UK’s position as a global advertising and marketing hub.
High-growth SMEs warn expansion plans have been hindered by lack of funding
Half of the UK’s most dynamic, high-growth SMEs say their growth aspirations and expansion plans have been hindered by a lack of suitable funding over the past three years, according to new research.
UK to remain the fintech hub of Europe post-Brexit despite increased challenges
Fintech start-ups present the second highest rating average amongst all industries covered, research reveals.