New efforts by the government to tackle the problem of large companies failing to pay their suppliers on time have been welcomed by organisations representing smaller businesses and self-employed people.
DetailsThe number of jobs created by the UK construction sector ticked upwards during January, according to a new industry report.
DetailsSelf-employed people are experiencing significant inconvenience due to problems involving late payment and confusion over taxation.
DetailsMany people who are considering becoming self-employed would do so if they felt more support was available to help them.
DetailsPermanent and temporary placements both saw an upward curve during the final month of 2016, according to new data from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.
DetailsContractors working with public sector organisations have been reminded of the need to get their invoices in on time to avoid punitive new tax rule changes.
DetailsUK businesses are confident about their prospects for 2017, although challenging conditions are likely to limit the amount of hiring.
DetailsSelf-employed people with cyber security skills are likely to be in high demand in 2017 due to the lack of access to relevant expertise among UK businesses.
DetailsThe government should be doing more to support women who wish to work for themselves, according to a leading industry body.
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