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Believe it or not, it’s almost two years since the UK voted to leave the European Union. While the date has been set for March 2019, it’s still far from clear exactly what impact Brexit is likely to have on
There was much talk about technology companies, online sellers and digital start-ups in the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Spring Statement earlier this month. While plans to revamp how tech giants like Facebook and Google are taxed won’t affect start-ups or
As every year passes, the technology skills gap is widening in the UK. Finding a way to bridge it is the responsibility of the government and business owners alike. It’s particularly important for small businesses and start-ups to find ways
Crowdfunding platforms raised more than £218 million worth of investment in 2017. As we come to the end of Q1 2018, crowdfunding as a revenue stream is more successful than ever. So, should you set one up and should investors
While everyone is aware that making a will is necessary, most people leave it on their ‘to do’ list. Research shows that almost two-thirds of UK adults don’t have a will, which means their estate could go to someone they
Bitcoin is flying high with the original cryptocurrency soaring in value. It’s close to an all time high and the Treasury’s plans to crackdown on the anonymity surrounding trading hasn’t yet slowed it down. Some EU governments and the UK
If this year’s Autumn budget caught you by surprise, then we can help. Here we take a look at some of the UK Chancellor Philip Hammond’s key announcements and explain a bit more about how they will affect you as
Returner programmes have been launched as part of this year’s budget, by the Minister of State for Apprenticeships, Skills and Women. The initiatives will be offered by employers to help employees return to work after a career break. The idea
A recent survey shows that consumers using the internet are becoming more demanding. Around 60% of people who buy goods and services online report less loyalty towards brands with poor app and web performance. The survey was undertaken by performance
It is rapidly becoming apparent that Brexit is changing the business landscape for the UK’s aspiring entrepreneurs. New research recently confirmed this, as almost half of the Britons surveyed said they believe that entrepreneurs will be the biggest winners of
The introduction of the National Living Wage (NLW) in the UK has led to higher employment costs for companies nationwide. New research indicates that the policy has caused unemployment in the UK to rise, inspiring business leaders to call on
It appears that more people in the UK are recognising the benefits that working for themselves can bring into their lives. Turner Little look at a new report show that four million Britons want to become self-employed. Becoming self-employed You
As a small business owner, it is key that you know when new regulations come into effect. Otherwise, you could damage your competitiveness, by failing to meet changing consumer circumstances and face fines for not adhering to regulation. Here are
There is a perception that the election of Donald Trump as US President and the UK’s decision to leave the EU will be bad for British small businesses. But in a recent survey, British small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expressed
Last year, UK Prime Minister Theresa May revealed that Brexit will begin in March 2017. She has made it clear that her government will pursue hard Brexit, placing national sovereignty over freedom of movement. Recently, May released her Modern Industrial
Turner Little discusses new research, which indicates that the majority of UK-based business owners believe that the country’s decision to leave the EU (Brexit) could boost British entrepreneurship. Brexit benefits Brexit could provide key benefits for small businesses. Due to
Speaking to the Guardian, experts recently suggested that the UK’s decision to leave the EU (Brexit), could benefit the nation’s trading relationship with the US going forward. Turner Little comments. Benefits of Brexit Evidence suggests that Brexit could bring key
Fresh data from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) indicates that the number of privately-owned businesses operating in the UK has now hit a new record high. Record creation rates Data released in 2015 suggested that almost half
It is wise to use trademarks to protect your firm’s intellectual property (IP), to gain a competitive edge in your chosen industry. Trademarks are governed by British and European regulations, so what happens when the UK leaves the EU? Turner
If you run a small to medium sized enterprise (SME), you can claim (research and development) R&D tax credits. You can use these credits to offset certain product development costs from your corporation tax bill, lowering your outgoings. New data