A new Insolvency Service study says Members’ Voluntary Liquidations are generally working effectively. For SME owners, the useful point is knowing when an MVL may be relevant, what it is designed to do, and why professional advice matters.
Six former coalfield areas are set to share £13.5 million for new industrial developments. For SMEs, the opportunity is practical: more workspace, local jobs and supplier demand if delivery matches business needs.
UK borrowing came in above expectations in May. For small businesses, the practical issue is what tighter public finances and uncertain interest rates mean for cash flow, borrowing and costs.
The Bank of England has held Bank Rate at 3.75%, but small firms should not assume cheaper borrowing is close. Here is what to check on cash flow, finance costs and pricing.
The UK-India free trade agreement enters into force on 15 July 2026. Small exporters and importers have a short window to check origin declarations, pricing and supplier paperwork.
The CMA has imposed new rules on Google Search covering fair ranking and data portability. For UK SMEs, the practical issue is how search visibility, AI answers and complaint routes may change.
UK CPI inflation stayed at 2.8% in May, but the detail matters for small firms: transport inflation rose sharply while food and household-related costs eased.
The Competition and Markets Authority has cleared Associated British Foods’ planned acquisition of Hovis, a decision that matters beyond the supermarket bread aisle. For small food businesses, independent retailers, cafes and local suppliers, the ruling…
HMRC says mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind will now be phased in from April 2027, giving small employers more time to prepare payroll data, software and staff processes.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate has launched an online registration form for internet retailers of veterinary medicines. Small retailers should check product scope, launch timing and website compliance before selling online.