By David Craik
SMEs could be in a stronger position to win lucrative public-sector contracts after a damning Parliamentary report into the ineffectiveness of large strategic suppliers.
With the government, banks and Carillion unable to come to an agreement over the weekend, the firm’s demise should prompt a rethink on contract distribution.
According to the Federation of Small Businesses, (FSB), there was a record of 5.5 million private sector businesses at the start of 2016.
By Staff writer
The Reporting on Payment Practices and Performance Regulations programme has come into force. This is a crucial step to help tackle the late payments issue that has been a consistent drain on smaller firms and suppliers.
The government and Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) are being held by the Treasury committee to task over the projections made for the financial impact of Making Tax Digital to small businesses.
By Matt Powell
With business broadband connectivity being a major problem for many across the UK, we asked the FSB for some insight into the space.
With the referendum vote having hit UK confidence, chancellor Philip Hammond’s first autumn statement needs to be filled with support.
By Staff writer
Richard Owen from Your Business Money explains how firms can save thousands by switching bank accounts and getting the best deals to suit their needs.
