Small Business
The latest news, updates and opinions on Small Business from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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The chancellor's third plan to help the self-employed help
Advice Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled a boost to the financial support the state is offering self-employed workers hit by Covid-19, though the latest measures will be less generous than previous ones.
By David Prosser Published
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Last chance to secure a Bounce Back loan for your small business
News The government’s Bounce Back loan scheme will only run for another six weeks. Act now if you need to take advantage of it.
By David Prosser Published
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Job Support Scheme: new programme will help small businesses support staff
News All small companies are eligible for the Job Support Scheme, the Treasury’s latest employment programme.
By David Prosser Published
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Insurers may be forced to pay out to firms hit by Covid
News Hundreds of thousands of firms who have been affected by the Covid-91 pandemic may now be able to claim on their insurance policies.
By David Prosser Published
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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.
By David Prosser Published
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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.
By David Prosser Published
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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.
By David Prosser Published
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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.
By David Prosser Last updated
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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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