Sep 20, 2024 | Business Regulation
The government is set to introduce tougher regulations to tackle late payments, which cost small businesses up to £22,000 a year and contribute to the collapse of around 50,000 companies annually. New legislation will require large businesses to report payment...
Jun 7, 2024 | Business Regulation
The Institute of Directors (IoD) plans to introduce a voluntary Code of Conduct for directors to enhance integrity and transparency in business. This code outlines good conduct and is a practical tool to help directors make better decisions without creating additional...
May 8, 2024 | Business RegulationCurrent Affairs
The Treasury Committee has warned about the negative impacts of unfair banking practices and inadequate financial regulation on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The report, stemming from an inquiry into SME access to finance, highlights the struggles these...
Jan 4, 2024 | Business Regulation
In a move to boost international trade and foster greater exporting opportunities for small businesses, UK Export Finance (UKEF) has introduced more flexible and expedited financing. The Government's export credit agency made this announcement during its annual...
Jun 8, 2023 | Business RegulationCurrent Affairs
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is calling on the Government to support smaller tourism firms this summer to help boost the economy. Ahead of what the FSB considers to be a possible ‘staycation boom', the group has released a list of recommendations with...
