Blog

01 Apr 2021 | The Chancellor announced the new support scheme at last month's Budget. We go through everything small business owners need to know as it launches.

05 Jan 2021 | The Prime Minister announced another national lockdown last night, set to last until mid-February. We go through the latest restrictions and support available

16 Dec 2020 | We caught up with SupplyCompass to discuss how fashion SMEs can manage their cash flow and secure great financing

26 Nov 2020 | The UK government has rolled out a large package of support to help people and businesses through the pandemic. How does this compare to other countries?

25 Nov 2020 | Rishi Sunak made lives and livelihoods the priority for 2020's Spending Review. Find out what new support is available for businesses

02 Nov 2020 | Lockdown 2.0 is due to start across England on Thursday 5 November. Find out what support is available to businesses and more.

26 Oct 2020 | How can a digital transformation help your business? We run through what to think about it you want to grow.

22 Oct 2020 | Tier 2 businesses affected by regulations to stop the spread of COVID-19 can apply for grants and put workers on an updated job support scheme.

09 Oct 2020 | The Job Support Scheme has been a lifeline for many businesses, but not everyone who needs help has been able to benefit.

01 Oct 2020 | Late payments are a burden for many business owners, but there are things you can do to manage the impact on your finances.

25 Sep 2020 | Here's everything you need to know about the CBILS extension, VAT relief and replacement furlough scheme covered in Sunak's Winter Economy Plan on 24 September.

08 Sep 2020 | Find out the difference between apprenticeships and traineeships, why your business should offer them and how to access government grants if you do.

08 Sep 2020 | From crowdfunding to angel investors, learn what kinds of funding are available for SMEs and how can you access them.

26 Aug 2020 | Get up to £5,000 to buy new equipment, invest in technology or seek specialist advice to help your business adapt, recover and rebuild after COVID-19.

20 Aug 2020 | Everything you need to know from what the Self Employment Income Support Scheme is, who's eligible for the second grant and how to apply.

17 Aug 2020 | We take a look at your options including bringing furloughed employees back, continuing furlough but without the grant and beginning redundancy processes.

12 Aug 2020 | With recession rumours confirmed, we summarise the key stats, shed light on what they mean and explain how your businesses can make it through stronger.

06 Aug 2020 | Finance industry experts share their top tips for business owners around government schemes, planning for repayment and the best lending options available.