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Late payment ripple effect hits half UK firms
The ripple effect of late payments could be costing British businesses as much as £2 billion a year according to research released today which shows that for 1.35 million firms, one late payment instantly affects their suppliers.
Small business and start-ups awards roundup
The second half of 2009 looks set to be packed with awards to celebrate the success of startups and small businesses.
Here’s a quick round up of a few you might want to think about entering or voting in.
MySpace to axe international staff in restructuring
According to reports from Techcrunch this morning, the huge restructuring at MySpace will continue outside the US with up to 300 staff being axed and four or more offices closing before the end of the year.
Home Enterprise Week & Home Enterprise Day announced
The growing trend in kitchen table entrepreneurs and homeworkers means the sector is rightly getting lots of attention. So it’s good to see the recent launch of two events for home-based small businesses, Home Enterprise Week and Home Enterprise Day.
British businesses flushing £10 million down the pan
UK businesses are missing out on annual cost savings of £10 million because they’re not taking simple steps to ensure they are using water efficiently, according to a survey released by Envirowise.
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