The rising cost of running a business is the biggest worry for UK small firms - and many are questioning the government's support for SMEs, according to a new survey.

The Start Up Donut will be helping one small business owner to launch their business in 2025 with a Start-up Support Package worth over £3,000.

With less than a month to go, the countdown is on for 5.4 million customers who still need to complete and pay their Self Assessment and avoid penalties, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) warns.

A new survey suggests that the UK could be on the brink of a self-employment boom as one in two UK adults say they have plans to start a business.

Online platforms, including eBay, AirBnB and Amazon, will start sharing information about sellers and their earnings with HMRC from the end of January 2025, although the UK tax body has made clear that the online selling tax rules have not changed.

More and more Brits are choosing to shop for Christmas food and presents in their local, independent retailers, according to new research.

The government has launched the Fair Payment Code to tackle late payments, to reward good practices and ensure small businesses are paid on time.

Small businesses that use artificial intelligence (AI) as part of their operations are growing faster, creating more jobs and generating more revenue than those that don't, according to a new study.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched a new interactive online tool and clearer guidance for people working for themselves and individuals considering self-employment.

The Federation of Small Businesses is calling on the government to make its export strategy fit for purpose for small businesses as part of a strategy to increase the number of UK exporters.