Top 10 places to spend your UK summer workation
Offering glorious countryside and spectacular views – not to mention reliable internet – these are your top destinations for your summer workation…
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Nearly half of UK exporters having Brexit difficulties, survey finds
A major survey by the British Chambers of Commerce has revealed widespread post-Brexit difficulties for UK exporters.…
Government extends bounce back loan repayment terms
Recognising the struggles of many UK SMEs, the government has made changes to how bounce back loans can be repaid.…
Future fund backs UK startups with over £1bn investment
As part of its coronavirus financial support measures, the UK government has invested over £1bn in early stage startups, in an effort to nurture the seeds of the UK’s economic recovery.…
Government boosts small suppliers by strengthening Prompt Payment Code
The government has promised to strengthen the UK’s Prompt Payment Code in order to help small businesses and aid the country’s economic recovery.…
Five great businesses born in hospitality venues
A look at five great businesses that were born in a pub or café. And is there a new hospitality era on the horizon?…
People can now use Alexa to search for local businesses
Yell’s new partnership with Alexa is certainly something to yell about…
What business support is available during UK lockdown 2?
Non-essential businesses will be forced to close from Thursday 5 November to Wednesday 2 December…
8 black-owned small businesses promoting change in the UK
From health and homeware to social media and sustainability, these exciting and innovative black-owned businesses are disrupting sectors across the country and beyond...…
What lockdown tier is my business in? (Updated 19 October)
England has been divided into three lockdown tiers in order to fight COVID-19 on a local level. Find out which tier your business is in and what restrictions are in place.…
EPOS Now Capital: A funding solution for small businesses
New finance product by EPOS Now offers small businesses additional financial support to help them get through the pandemic…
The 4 day working week: is it a viable option for UK startups?
What does a four day working week look like for startup businesses?…
How Rishi Sunak’s Winter Economy Plan could help your business
Rishi Sunak today announced a raft of measures to help UK businesses - find out what you need to know about the Job Support Scheme, Pay as You Grow and other help here.…
Fines, masks and pubs – the new COVID-19 rules your business must follow
As infection rates climb, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced new restrictions that businesses and consumers must obey. Find out what you need to know here.…
Couples in business: A startups story
Startups.co.uk sits down with Nick Donnelly, the CEO of startup WorkClub, to discuss what it’s like going into business with your partner…
Government launches Shop Local week to boost small businesses
To boost small retailers, the government has launched Shop Local week, a campaign designed to get consumers shopping in their local area again.…
Pavement licence: what is it and how can you apply for one?
Hospitality businesses in England are now eligible to apply for a temporary pavement licence. What are they and how can you apply?…
Law change means furloughed employees must get full redundancy pay
With layoffs looming, the government has acted quickly to ensure that employees fired while on furlough will receive full redundancy pay…
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme extended to struggling small businesses
After changes to EU rules, the UK government has extended the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme to struggling small businesses that previously weren’t eligible for funding.…
Second Black Pound Day set to take place on Saturday
The monthly initiative which encourages shoppers to support Black-owned businesses in the UK will happen again on Saturday 1 August…