Andy Burnham urged to scrap state pension triple lock by major business group The triple lock will see the state pension rise by more than £500 per person in April 2027 The Independent UK · Sep 7
Trump presidency sparks concerns over future of diversity culture at UK firms While companies will legally have to comply with UK equality laws, business groups and experts warn a culture shift could be felt. The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025
Government-backed review to explore sustainability benefits for small businesses The review aims to support millions of small UK businesses to boost their bottom line through greener practices. Evening Standard · Nov 27, 2024
Women are starting their own businesses to improve their work-life balance, research shows Nearly 40% of female founders said that improving their work-life balance was the biggest catalyst for starting a business. Here's why women are quitting the workforce to become entrepreneurs. Fortune · Sep 4, 2023
Research finds ‘marked rise’ in women starting firms to boost work-life balance Industry group Small Business Britain reports continued positive shift in the number of female entrepreneurs The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2023
‘Marked rise’ in women starting firms to boost work-life balance Industry group Small Business Britain reported a continued positive shift in the number of female entrepreneurs despite significant cost pressures. The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2023
Skills training aims to take small businesses to the next level Over 5,000 small business owners took part in eBay’s free Elevate program to accelerate sales and counteract the tough financial climate Wales Online · Jul 5, 2023
Britain's best small businesses win big at the Small Awards The Small Awards is a nationwide search for the smallest and greatest firms in the UK, across all sectors. In its seventh year it is organised annually by Small Business Britain, which champions, inspires and accelerates the nation’s 5.5 million small firms Wales Online · May 23, 2023
Small business growth at risk from spending cuts The ‘Moving Forward in 2023’ report, in partnership with Square and Clearpay, examines how the nation’s 5.5 million small businesses can thrive following years of turmoil Wales Online · May 2, 2023
Small Business Britain and Amazon help firms combat cost of living The new programme is free to small businesses and focused on giving firms a helping hand to overcome mounting economic hurdles Wales Online · Mar 11, 2023
Small business 'walk and talk' project aims to boost growth and optimism Small Business Britain and BT are launching a series of small business networking walks Wales Online · Jan 30, 2023
Small businesses need new model for growth in recession A new report from Small Business Britain and TSB Bank has found that concerns about the economy is deterring small businesses from investing in growth, innovation and hiring new talent Wales Online · Jan 23, 2023
Consumer demand drives small business action on sustainability Small Business Britain, in partnership with Oxford Brookes Business School, has launched a new sustainability programme; Business for Good: Green Skills for Small Business Wales Online · Jan 18, 2023
New effort launched to protect small firms from late payments Small Business Britain, TSB and Revenu, a payments app powered by BankiFi, have formed a new partnership to help small business owners get paid on time and tackle the challenge of poor late payment practices Wales Online · Nov 12, 2022
Wales Online · Oct 20, 2022 Sustainability a high priority for small businesses, but they urgently need more support In findings that point to the ambition amongst small firms to take action on climate change, 71% of small businesses said they intend to reduce their carbon emissions over the next two years
The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2022 ‘Going green is expensive’: and four more sustainable business myths, busted Moving towards a net zero future has many benefits for small businesses, and it’s easier and more rewarding than you might think. Here, we address five common misconceptions
Birmingham Post · Jun 8, 2022 eBay offers budding online entrepreneurs grants as it brings business roadshow to the Newcastle The online auction operator is offering businesses that attend its quayside event chance to access grants and support
Wales Online · May 23, 2022 Britain’s Best Small Businesses Celebrate at The Small Awards Presenter, writer, actor and comedian Sue Perkins hosted the fun-filled ceremony that celebrated the resilience and brilliance of the UK’s small businesses
Wales Online · May 11, 2022 Online Help to Grow: Management pilot launches to increase accessibility Small business owners will be able to access a fully online-only pilot of the government-backed Help to Grow: Management course
Wales Online · May 10, 2022 Encouraging signs for small businesses as digital drives sales Over one in ten (11%) small businesses have increased their income by 50% or more, thanks to their willingness to welcome digital solutions over the last two years, while half of firms have boosted their income by more than five per cent
Wales Online · May 4, 2022 New eBay business roadshow helping sellers go from side-hustle to online sensation… and it’s coming to a town near you with a chance for businesses to win cash Ambitious entrepreneurs this week turned up to Sheffield City Hall to hear cutting-edge expert advice about how to make it big
Birmingham Post · Apr 14, 2022 How helping pet lovers find a dog friendly holiday has paid off for Flintshire sisters-in-law Dog Friendly Destinations was set up in September 2020 by Lauren Jones and sister-in-law Rachel Southern
Bristol Post · Apr 13, 2022 Bristol shop Prior shortlisted for UK's High Street Hero in national awards Around 70% of the stock sold in the independent shop is made in Bristol
Wales Online · Mar 7, 2022 Calls for sole traders to get Help to Grow to drive recovery Small Business Britain, the leading champion of UK small businesses, believes targeted interventions to support sole traders is urgently needed.
Wales Online · Feb 28, 2022 Sustainability skills programme for small businesses launched in wake of COP26 Small Business Britain and Oxford Brookes Business School have developed the new programme, after their joint research showed a huge appetite among small businesses to reduce carbon emissions, but that key barriers are preventing many from taking action.