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2026 Family Business Road Trip Set To Showcase The Strength And Diversity Of UK Family Firms
Family Business United is delighted to announce the launch of its 2026 Family Business Road Trip, a six-week journey across the UK celebrating the innovation, resilience and community impact of family-owned firms.
Apr 32 min read
Built To Last: The Enduring Story Of George Bence & Sons
In the heart of Cheltenham, tucked along Fairview Road, stands a business that has quietly outlasted empires, economic swings and the relentless march of modern retail.
Mar 313 min read
Family Businesses Call For Greater Support As 92% Say Current Policies Fall Short
When asked whether they felt the government was doing enough to support family businesses, a resounding 92% of respondents said no.
Oct 28, 20252 min read
Why Gen Z Could Transform The UK’s Small Business Landscape
“Young adults in the UK are brimming with entrepreneurial ambition, but a persistent barrier threatens to stall the next wave of small...
Sep 12, 20252 min read
Chetwood Bank Journey Continues With Balance Sheet Milestone
Chetwood Bank has announced that its balance sheet has exceeded £5 billion for the first time, marking another significant step in the...
Jul 28, 20251 min read
The Declining High Street: A Tale of Challenges And Transformation
For generations, the UK high street has been the beating heart of towns and cities across the country. It's where people shopped, dined,...
Jul 24, 20253 min read
Trust, The Currency Of Continuity For Family Businesses
In family businesses, trust isn’t just a virtue—it’s the cornerstone of success. While strategy, financial discipline, and innovation all...
Jul 21, 20254 min read
Harsh Personal Guarantees Will Chill Growth Ambitions
Heavy-handed personal guarantees are “shackling” ambition and risk holding back the growth the economy needs, the Federation of Small...
Jul 17, 20252 min read
The Emotional Ties That Shape Decision-Making In Family Firms
In a typical boardroom, decisions are driven by data, profit margins, and shareholder value. In a family business, those same decisions...
Jul 16, 20254 min read
Leaders Who Don't 'Walk The Talk' Suffer Setbacks
Leaders who say one thing but do another aren’t just letting their teams down — they’re harming their own performance too, according to...
Jul 16, 20252 min read
The AI Age: The Disruption to the UK Workforce
In today's world, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction, the UK job market stands on the cusp of a...
Jul 15, 20253 min read
HSBC Agrees To Sell UK Life Insurance Manufacturing Business
HSBC Bank plc, a wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has entered into a binding agreement to sell its UK life insurance entity,...
Jul 15, 20251 min read
The Key Challenges Facing UK Business Leaders Today
Leading a business in the UK today demands more than just commercial acumen. In a climate shaped by uncertainty, evolving workforce...
Jul 14, 20253 min read
Skipton Business Finance Backs Sheffield Fine Fragrance Distributor
Skipton Business Finance has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the UK’s growing independent business sector by providing a...
Jul 11, 20252 min read
Northbuild Expands With Support From Cynergy Business
Manchester based Northbuild Recruitment Limited will be able to enhance its rapidly growing business following receipt of a £1 million...
Jul 10, 20252 min read
Grey Fleet Drivers Concerned Over Employer Road Safety Priorities
New research by driver training and compliance expert, TTC , reveals 49% of employees who use their private car for business-related...
Jul 10, 20252 min read
One In Five SME's Will Struggle To Pay Tax Bills
Around one in five SMEs believe it will become more difficult to pay tax bills in the year ahead as business tax rises come into effect,...
Jul 10, 20252 min read
Businesses Embracing AI But Staff Fears Of Job Losses Remain
New research from Uswitch business savings experts reveals that small business owners are either optimistic (34%) or supportive (37%)...
Jul 10, 20253 min read
Bitcoin Hits New All Time High!
Bitcoin surged above $112,000 this week for the first time, driven by mounting political momentum, regulatory repositioning, and...
Jul 10, 20253 min read
Royal Mail Gifts £1M Apprenticeship Levy To Help Businesses Grow
Royal Mail has launched a £1 million small business apprenticeship levy gifting fund as part of a new set of commitments to support...
Jul 9, 20253 min read
Scottish Hospitality Business Secures Funding For Growth
Ayrshire based Buzzworks Holdings has secured funding from Cynergy Bank to further support its growth ambitions. The award-winning...
Jul 7, 20252 min read
New Employment Bill Timetable Will Bring Wave Of Disruption
Responding to the Government’s roadmap setting out how it will deliver its new package of additional employment legislation through Make...
Jul 2, 20253 min read
Blurred Lines Between Work And Home Are Harming SME Productivity
Small business owners face a growing challenge: the “infinite workday” is stretching hours and draining productivity. To protect teams...
Jul 2, 20253 min read
Private Sector Growth Expectations Remain Weak
Private sector companies expect activity to fall at a firm pace in the three months to September (weighted balance of -18%), according to...
Jul 2, 20252 min read
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