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Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.

Budget 2025: Business Rates Changes Explained

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by a new levy on large properties. Discover the full impact on UK high streets.

Budget 2025: Hospitality Industry 'Deeply Concerned'

The UK's Autumn Budget offers little relief for the struggling hospitality sector, with no VAT cuts and a business rates reduction described as 'too little, too late'. Industry leaders fear widespread closures.

UK Sport Leaders Share Budget Hopes and Fears

UK sport industry leaders reveal their Autumn Budget priorities, from major events funding to business rate relief. Discover what Chancellor Rachel Reeves must deliver.

Fiscal Uncertainty: Britain's Hidden Business Tax

MP Liam Byrne warns Britain's fiscal instability is a major tax on growth. Discover the five key shifts needed to unlock investment and rebuild the UK's growth machine for the AI age.

iPhone 17 Deals Cheaper Than Black Friday

UK small businesses can get iPhone 17 and MacBook deals for under £30 monthly with no upfront cost. Exclusive subscription offer beats Black Friday prices.

Hospitality Crisis: 111,000 Jobs at Risk in UK

UK hospitality leaders issue urgent plea for government support ahead of crucial Budget, warning of mass closures and job losses without immediate action on business rates and VAT.

Ex-couple build six-figure business after divorce

Beccy Dickinson and her ex-husband built a six-figure business together after their marriage ended. Discover how they transformed their professional relationship while working with Google and Netflix.

Google Pixel 9a Vodafone Deal for Small Businesses

Discover how the Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business delivers premium performance at an affordable price for UK small businesses and sole traders. Perfect for tradespeople and online sellers.

Rent a Dyson fan heater for just £6.24 a month

Discover how freelancers and small businesses can rent a refurbished Dyson fan heater from just £6.24 monthly with Raylo Business. Stay warm this winter without the high cost.

UK SMEs start with less than £6,000

New research reveals the average UK small business starts with under £6,000, with many founders relying on personal savings and loans. Discover the financial tightrope and the support available.

SMEs Back Themselves, Not Government Support

A stark confidence gap emerges as 75% of SME leaders are bullish on their 2026 growth, yet only 39% trust the government to help. Discover the impact on UK jobs and investment.

Kitchen startup to £5M haircare empire

Lucie Macleod started Hair Syrup with £300 in her parents' kitchen during lockdown. The business now makes millions and is stocked in Boots. Discover her inspiring entrepreneurial journey.

11,000 UK pubs fear closure ahead of Budget

A new poll reveals nearly 11,000 UK pubs fear closure within a year as publicans plead for VAT cuts and support in the upcoming Budget. Will the Chancellor act?

B&Q Boss Urges Reeves to Boost Business Confidence

B&Q CEO Graham Bell calls for no more tax surprises and business rates reform ahead of Autumn Budget. Retail leader warns crumbling growth needs foundation fix. Read the exclusive interview.

Garden coffee hut now makes £500,000 a year

London couple Shai and Maya turned their garden coffee cabin into a £500,000-a-year B Corp certified business, Mont58 Coffee. Discover their inspiring journey from corporate life to coffee connoisseurs.

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