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Women business leaders question government business fund
The British Association of Women Entrepreneurs (BAWE) has questioned the potential effectiveness of the government's £12.5 million fund for women entrepreneurs.
Setting up a publishing company
There are several organisations you can turn to for help and guidance when setting up a publishing company, ranging from trade bodies, to those offering courses, to online forums where you can contact others who have been through a similar experience.
Small firms vying for royal approval
Entries are currently being sought for the 2004 Queen's Awards for Enterprise, an accolade the event's organisers believe may greatly improve a business’s profile and boost its staff morale.
£6 million start-up boost for disadvantaged areas
A dozen groups representing “disadvantaged communities” all over the UK have received over £6 million of Government funds to help them encourage business and enterprise in their local areas.
Free Government support for smaller firms
Following a successful series of events last year, the Government’s Small Business Service (SBS) has launched a free website for its Connect service, which aims to help smaller firms achieve best practice and profitability.
Optimistic outlook for small businesses
British small firms are feeling healthy and confident, according to the biggest ever UK survey of entrepreneurs, conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
Having the right business plans is key
There are several ways in which you can go about writing your business plan and, to a certain extent, these depend largely on your budget and the confidence you have in your own abilities.
Entrepreneurs sought for Channel 4 series
TV production company Ricochet South is searching for budding entrepreneurs to take part in a new prime time Channel 4 series, which seems likely to greatly enhance the profile of those involved.
Small business facing threat from local government
Small firms, providing services as diverse as tree surgery and MOT testing, may soon come under threat from the new Local Government bill, or so claims the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
Government plans Business Link revival
Having outlined a new framework for Government policy toward small business in December 2002, the DTI's Small Business Service (SBS) has unveiled a raft of initiatives aimed at boosting enterprise in the UK.
It pays to be a company director
There are numerous ways in which company directors can pay themselves in a tax-effective manner.
£10.5m investment for start-ups
Small businesses in disadvantaged communities around the country will benefit from a fresh round of funding from the Department of Trade & Industry (DTI).
Which job title is right for you?
Choosing your job title very much depends on your own personal view, and on how comfortable you feel being referred to by a certain title.
Are you the right person to start a business?
Not everyone has what it takes to start a business.
Preparation is key for start-ups
A survey of entrepreneurs has found that over 50% considered themselves inexperienced when they started up their businesses and almost half wished they had been better prepared.