FSB says smoking ban should have three strikes policy
Friday, June 29, 2007
In an effort to protect small businesses from excessive fines, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called upon national and local government to adopt a 'three strikes and you're out' approach with regard to the smoking ban.
More UK entrepreneurs needed, says IoD
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The UK needs more entrepreneurs if it is to compete on the global stage, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD).
Pub takes proactive stance on smoking ban
Thursday, June 28, 2007
A pub in Reading has come up with a plan to help its regulars kick the habit in time for the smoking ban, it has been reported.
It's a family affair for SMEs
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Nearly 60 per cent of SME bosses involve a relative in the business, according to research by consultancy firm the Tenon Forum.
Carbon Trust: Not enough help for small businesses
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Carbon Trust should do more to help smaller firms become more environmentally-friendly, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has suggested.
New smells offered for pubs
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
A array of sweet smells are being offered to pubs in England to help them hide unpleasant odours that may become apparent once the smoking ban comes into force on Sunday.
Small businesses call for help from new chancellor
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Small businesses are calling on the incoming chancellor in Gordon Brown's government to cut tax and red tape.
FSB welcomes Lords refusal to extend EU labour laws
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has welcomed a House of Lords decision to reject European Commission proposals to extend EU labour laws, it has emerged.
Flooding takes its toll on small businesses
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
It has been one of the wettest Junes on record and, with flood warnings being issued up and down the country, it seems that the freak weather conditions have harmed many small businesses.
Flooding takes its toll on small businesses
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
It has been one of the wettest Junes on record and, with flood warnings being issued up and down the country, it seems that the freak weather conditions have harmed many small businesses.
Flooding takes its toll on small businesses
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
It has been one of the wettest Junes on record and, with flood warnings being issued up and down the country, it seems that the freak weather conditions have harmed many small businesses.
SMEs will 'suffer most' from postal strike
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Royal Mail workers say that it is about their rights and the modernisation of the service, but this week's postal strike is expected to take its toll on small businesses.
SMEs 'not making the most' of internet
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK are not using the internet as much as larger businesses, a new study has revealed.
Price wars could see pubs versus restaurants, claims analyst
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Pubs and restaurants could find themselves at loggerheads when the smoking ban comes into effect in England on July 1st, according to reports.
Price wars could see pubs versus restaurants, claims analyst
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Pubs and restaurants could find themselves at loggerheads when the smoking ban comes into effect in England on July 1st, according to reports.
FSB calls for government help
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has today called on the government to help small businesses that have become the victims of flooding in England and Wales.
