It is imperative that the next Government puts small businesses at the heart of its strategy for the country, with policies that enable them to drive growth for the UK

In all the time I’ve worked with small businesses sole traders and microbusinesses have always stood out as being particularly ripe for growth

Last month, we officially learned that the UK entered recession in the latter quarter of 2023—so far hopefully a mild recession, but one that small businesses certainly have felt the effects of

This winter, another extremely difficult one for small businesses, a much-needed ray of light was shone through the Small Business Saturday campaign as entrepreneurs navigated the end of the year

There is no denying that AI is one of the most important developments to impact the world of business in the last decade

Over the course of the last decade, I have worked with and been witness to hundreds of thousands of businesses, and one thing I can say for sure: it is a rewarding journey, but also bumpy, challenging, and often overwhelming too

Small businesses are powering through another demanding year. The cost-of-living crisis accompanying the rise of inflation, particularly increases in the cost of goods, services, and energy, are just a few examples of the obstacles thrown at small firms

One of my favourite times of years is when Small Business Britain hosts the Small Awards. An event that shines a spotlight on the incredible achievements of the smallest and greatest firms in the UK

There is an abundance of entrepreneurial skill and ambition amongst disabled entrepreneurs, who tend to over-index on problem solving, creativity and innovation, as all small businesses do

The nation’s small firms are at a tipping point. Coming out of a difficult winter, and heading into a spring that on one-hand offers hope and optimism, but also has many challenges on the horizon.

It remains tough out there for small businesses. With inflation rates increasing again last month, and the subsidised Government support for high energy bills changing recently

Small businesses are facing more challenges than ever, with costs going up across the board, supply chain issues, talent shortages, and consumers also spending less.