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A new study by Markel Direct, the small business insurance specialists, has revealed the growing expectations many UK tradespeople and small business owners feel to maintain an active social media presence alongside running their business.

New research from garden building specialists Dunster House explored the booming backyard business economy, with surveying exclusively people who operate from their garden or home.

Ready for store exclusive offers, all the best decorating brands under one roof and an expert team ready to serve all your decorating needs? Well, Brewers Bury St Edmunds-West is now open! Located on Unit 2, Arras Road, Blenheim Industrial Estate, IP33 3TX, the store is accessible off the A14 and situated next to Glasswells and Screwfix. To celebrate the opening of the new store, we’re giving out free goodie bags so you can get your hands on Brewers and Albany items. There wi

The ongoing war in Iran which is pushing up the cost of borrowing for UK SMEs (small and medium enterprises) may be the final nail in the coffin for some businesses, says a sector specialist.

With the Met Office issuing extreme heat warnings and temperatures forecast to challenge June records later this week, business leaders are being encouraged to have practical conversations with their staff about what to wear at work and how to stay safe.

High net worth investors regard taxation and Government policy as the biggest threat to their wealth – way ahead of economic and geopolitical issues, new research from Wealth Club.

M&S has officially opened its transformed Pantheon flagship store in the heart of central London.

M&S has announced the roll-out of ten new lower emission DAF XD electric trucks across its supply chain logistics fleet, including one first-of-its-kind electric truck.

One million tins of baked beans will be produced for people facing food insecurity this summer through an innovative partnership between Princes, Waitrose, Alliance Food Sourcing (AFS), and Felix (formerly The Felix Project and FareShare).

Property consultancy Vail Williams has welcomed the Government's announcement of a 20% reduction in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues from next April.

Hayman’s has launched a Duty Free exclusive to celebrate Heathrow’s 80th anniversary.

GAP Hire Solutions, the UK’s largest independent hire company, is proud to mark a significant milestone: the tenth consecutive year sponsoring youth sports teams across the UK.

National painting contractor, Alfred Bagnall & Sons, based in Cleckheaton, Yorkshire, is officially taking part in industry-led national product stewardship scheme, PaintCare – the first of its kind in the UK.

Leading independent UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its leadership team with six senior appointments across the business, including one partner promotion.

Aldi has teamed up with three of Scotland's finest bakers to launch a series of limited-edition pies inspired by the World Cup and its host nations.

UK houses lost value in real terms in 2025 and significantly underperformed equities, according to new research by Rathbones, one of the UK’s leading wealth and asset management groups.

Multiple generations risk drifting towards a retirement that falls short of their expectations, Rathbones, one of the UK’s leading wealth and asset management groups, has warned, following publication of new Retirement Living Standards (RLS) data.

Barclays’ Q1 2026 Business Prosperity Index reveals that the vast majority of UK businesses (85 per cent) remain confident in the strength of their business, despite 80 per cent reporting a negative impact from the Middle East conflict.

Alan Boswell Group has been named the UK’s leading insurance broker for online visibility and reputation, according to the latest industry report from Foliume.

Marks & Spencer (M&S) announced plans to further reduce transport emissions by further deploying biomethane-powered trucks.