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A new era for small business finance
The banks aren't interested – but social lending websites are. SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to three early-stage companies that benefitted from a growing phenomenon in SME fundraising.
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Latest apprenticeship fund unveiled
A new £6 million round of government funding has been allocated to support thousands of degree-level higher apprenticeships.
Manufacturing output slumps on the quarter
Sentiment among the UK’s small and medium-sized manufacturers fell for the third quarter running in the three months to January, finds research.
Late payment aid for small businesses
A new government initiative will offer resources to small companies to help them get paid on time.
Duvet day for 400,000
‘National Sickie Day’ will cost UK businesses more than £34 million, a business support specialist predicts.
Businesses falling short with IT plans
SMEs are failing to set sufficient IT project briefs, research finds.
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Ben Lobel 07/02/2012
So, another government incentive has been dangled in front of small businesses in the form of a fresh £6 million fund for hiring apprentices. Have your say »
A promising venture
Small Business Finance 06/02/2012
Rory Earley, CEO of Capital for Enterprise, explores how small businesses should approach venture capital. Have your say »
Winning new business in 2012
Guest Blogger 02/02/2012
Shaun Thompson, CEO of Sandler Training, explains how growth is possible in frugal times. Have your say »
