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Mid-sized firms lead late payment improvement
Businesses are settling bills more quickly than at any time since April 2008 according to the latest research from Experian.
Business tax arrears a ticking timebomb?
Deferred tax could be taxing for small businesses as ‘time-to-pay’ arrangements run out.
Ofgem boost for small business utility deals
Unfair automatic roll-over of contracts to end as new proposals offer SMEs more power in the utility market.
Slight rise in bank lending to UK small businesses
Lending to SMEs rises slightly, but deposits continue to diminish suggesting cash flow crisis continues.
EU proposes abolition of financial reporting for ‘micro’ businesses
UK small businesses could save billions, if EU abolishes annual accounting rules.
Credit crunch still a problem for cash-strapped SMEs
UK SMEs cut staff and output as a direct result of a worsening credit crunch according to the latest CBI report.
£70,000 boost for young entrepreneur scheme
Shell LiveWIRE adds monthly cash boost to help young entrepreneurs launch their businesses and encourage entries to Young Entrepreneur of the Year award.
Business angels fund Bye Bye Standby
Energy saving technology company proves that funding rounds are still available for businesses with the right prospects.
Bank pressure pays off – HSBC adds £1 billion credit for SMEs
HSBC adds £1 billion new credit to ease working capital for UK small businesses.
Managing cashflow guides launched to support SMEs
Ten free guides aim to help small businesses manage their cash flow better.
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