Advice and ideas for UK small businesses and SMEs
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What does Nadhim Zahawi mean for small business?
Unlike his predecessor Rishi Sunak, the new chancellor of the exchequer has actually run a small business
START A NEW BUSINESS
6 best small business ideas for 2022
What are the best ideas for starting your own business in the post-pandemic world we now live in? Here are six suggestions from becoming a yoga instructor to walking dogs or becoming a social media expert
GRANTS
150 UK small business grants to apply for right now – UPDATED
UPDATED June 2022: In need of some funding for your small business? These grants should give you a boost, wherever you’re based in the UK
COMPANY CARS
How to buy an electric car through your business
Did you know there are sizeable tax benefits to buying a fully electric car through your small business? Lisa Dickson guides through the process of buying an electric car through your business
GALLERIES
Britain’s funniest business names
If you’re looking to start a business with a funny name, gather some inspiration from these amusing British companies
TAXATION & ACCOUNTING
Tax advantages of a limited company versus sole trader
Haydn Rogan explains the tax advantages and disadvantages of status as a limited company and as a sole trader
EMPLOYMENT
What is the legal number of hours employees can have between shifts?
What is the legal number of hours between shifts for workers? Peter Done explains more
FINANCE
Raising start-up capital – who to turn to?
Being a founder can be a lonely business, especially when raising money for your start-up. Don’t worry, help is at hand. These advisors will either invest, help you crowdfund or put you in the best possible place for seed funding
IMPORT & EXPORT
Import duty explained
There is no such thing as import duty. What there is are Import VAT and Customs Duty – and you may need to pay both importing goods
SOLE TRADER
PAYMENTS
The 6 best POS systems for bars and pubs in 2022
Whether you serve cocktails or craft ales, check out our pick of the best POS systems that can help to boost efficiency and revenue
RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS
Best UK business phone and broadband deals – how to choose
How to find the best UK phone and broadband deals and the right broadband for each type of small business from sole traders to large offices
GETTING ONLINE
What’s the best website builder for my small business?
Nearly two million small and medium-sized businesses do not even have a website
