Landlord cuts pay to £2/hour to save Torquay pub
A Torquay publican takes home just £100 for a 50-hour week to keep his boozer open, warning Rachel Reeves' policies could destroy the industry. Read his stark warning.
Category : SMEs
King and First Minister Host Scottish Business Leaders
King Charles III and First Minister John Swinney will host a reception at the Palace of Holyroodhouse to celebrate Scotland's entrepreneurial success in tech, healthcare and AI. Discover the details.
University Course Warns SMEs of 'Shadow AI' Dangers
A free University of Edinburgh course arms SME leaders with knowledge to navigate AI risks like 'shadow AI' and bias, enabling informed, responsible tech decisions. Register now.
5,000 UK pubs hit by crippling business rates hike
UK publicans condemn Labour's tax raids as over 5,000 face business rates doubling. Landlords warn of closures, job losses, and sleepless nights amid the crisis.
Scottish SME numbers fall sharply since 2020
Official data shows a concerning decline of over 5,000 small and medium-sized businesses in Scotland since 2020, with rural areas hit hardest. Calls grow for increased government support.
Sharp decline in Scotland's small businesses since 2020
New data shows a worrying 5,360 drop in Scottish SMEs since 2020, with rural areas hardest hit. The Scottish Lib Dems urge the SNP government to boost support. Read the full analysis.
Leon boss warns Labour tax regime is crippling restaurants
Leon founder John Vincent warns Labour's tax policies are pushing restaurant chains to the brink. He reveals the government takes 36p of every pound, leaving the business in the red. Read his plan for revival.
Labour tax rises push Manchester bar to brink of insolvency
Mark Wrigley, owner of Atlas Bar in Manchester, reveals how Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budgets have cost his business £70,000, forcing staff cuts and price hikes. Read his plea for change.
Builder earns £24k from dog poo side hustle
A Derbyshire builder reveals his lucrative dog waste collection service earns more than his construction job. Discover how he built a £24k-a-year business helping the elderly and disabled.
Business leaders slam Scottish Budget rates relief as 'sticking plaster'
Hospitality and retail bosses warn Scotland's 2026-27 Budget fails to prevent 'staggering' business rates rises. Read why they call for urgent government action.
Business leaders warn Scottish Budget rates relief is insufficient
Scottish ministers face backlash as hospitality and retail bosses brand new business rates relief a 'sticking plaster' ahead of 'staggering' tax rises. Read the full industry reaction.
Sole trader saves week of work yearly with digital tax
A Scottish business owner reveals how switching to Making Tax Digital software saved her 40 hours of admin annually. She urges fellow sole traders to embrace the change ahead of the 2026 rollout.
Sole trader saves a week of work yearly with digital tax
A Scottish business owner reveals how a Facebook post led her to Making Tax Digital, saving 40 hours of admin annually. She urges other sole traders to embrace the change ahead of the 2026 rollout.
Cambridge University in 'bonkers' rowing trademark row
A Cambridge rowing business faces a legal challenge from the university over its name. Owner Omar Terywall calls the move 'bonkers' as a hearing decision looms.
US Small Business Bankruptcies: The Real Story Behind the Headlines
US small business bankruptcies reached a historic high in 2025, but the data tells a different story. Discover why this figure is statistically insignificant and what it really means for the economy.
US small business bankruptcies: the surprising truth
Data shows a record number of US small firms filed for bankruptcy in 2025. But with over 33 million businesses, the 2,221 filings are statistically negligible. Explore the full story.
Melbourne entrepreneur's gamble on canned limoncello pays off
Stefan Di Benedetto quit his high-flying job to launch Solbevi, Australia's first canned limoncello spritz. After two gruelling years, his startup is now stocked in over 2,500 stores and served on Qantas flights. Discover his journey.
Pub chiefs urge Starmer to slash tax to save Britain's boozers
The British Beer & Pub Association calls for urgent talks with ministers on a long-term plan to save pubs, ahead of a new support package expected next week. Read the exclusive details.
Pub Chiefs Urge Starmer for Radical Tax Cuts to Save Boozers
The British Beer & Pub Association calls for urgent talks with ministers ahead of new support measures. Read why they say current plans don't go far enough to save Britain's pubs.
Hospitality fury over 148% business rates hike
Hospitality industry erupts over Budget's business rates surge. Ministers hint at changes as celeb chef Tom Kerridge faces £124k bill. Will it save Britain's pubs?
Pubs Face 148% Business Rate Hike, Ministers Hint at U-Turn
UK pubs face devastating business rate rises of up to 148%, with Tom Kerridge's bills soaring. Ministers hint at changes after industry fury. Read the full analysis.
Salon owner scammed out of £550 in beauty treatments
A San Diego salon owner is hunting a mother-daughter duo who allegedly walked out without paying for £550 of services. She warns other small businesses to be vigilant.
Government poised to water down pub business rates hikes
UK pubs are set for a major boost as the government prepares to scale back planned business rate increases. Get the latest political and business news updates here.
Weymouth Pedalo Firm Closes, Blames Labour Tax Hikes
A family-run pedalo business on Weymouth Beach shuts after 50 years, citing soaring costs from Labour budgets and regulations. Discover the impact on UK seaside tourism.
UK Family Firms: 78% Pessimistic, Prefer 1970s Tax Climate
A stark new survey reveals deep pessimism among UK family businesses, with most viewing the 1970s as a better era for tax and regulation. Read the full report on the growing disconnect with government.
UK Stars Launch 'Cool' Dragons' Den-Style Investment Fund
Maya Jama, Jack Whitehall and other UK celebrities launch The Artists Collective, a multi-million-pound fund for startups, using TikTok to find deals. Read more.
Top London hairdresser to ban Labour ministers over taxes
Celebrity hairdresser Michael Van Clarke, who styled Princess Diana, says he will refuse service to Labour ministers in protest at business taxes he claims are killing the hospitality sector. Read his full warning.
Beauty influencer's brand hits £20M valuation
Scottish influencer Jamie Genevieve built her £20 million beauty brand Vieve from her kitchen table. Discover her inspiring journey from a Debenhams counter to global success.
Top salon joins business revolt against Labour's Budget
Celebrity hairdresser Michael Van Clarke bans Labour ministers from his salon, joining over 1,000 pubs in protest against Rachel Reeves' business rates changes. Discover the growing backlash.
Salons ban Labour MPs in business rates backlash
Hairdressers and barbers join pubs in banning local Labour MPs, furious over a Budget they say fails small firms. Salons face crippling rate rises despite government support pledge.
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