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The pros and cons of the government's new Kickstart jobs scheme
Advice The government’s new work placement scheme, which provides funding for employers to offer work placements to young people, is appealing. But the red tape could put off some small businesses.
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The cost to small businesses of the return to the office
News The costs of employees returning to the office may be tough for some small businesses to swallow, and there is financial support for back-to-work costs.
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Government opens up second round of help for the self-employed
Advice The second round of the government’s SEISS scheme, which offers grants of up to £6,750 to self-employed people, is now open. Applications will be accepted until 19 October.
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The final furlough: the job retention scheme is winding down
Advice The government’s Job Retention Scheme is winding down, says David Prosser. Prepare now.
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Will insurers cough up over Covid?
News Hundreds of thousands of small businesses should hear in September whether their insurers are legally bound to pay out on business interruption policies in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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HMRC defers tax deadline for millions of self-employed people
Advice The coronavirus pandemic means the 31 July payment on account date has been postponed for six months.
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Bounce Back loans pass the one million mark
News More than one million small and medium-sized enterprises have now taken out Bounce Back loans.
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The mini-Budget boost for small companies
Advice Government cash is on offer for small businesses that retain staff and recruit new workers.
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How to prepare your business for the return to work
Advice Riding the rebound will take careful preparation for small business owners. Here’s what to consider.
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