Labour MPs table bill to force banks to lend to SMEs and poor areas
Senior Labour backbenchers propose a new law forcing UK banks to disclose and improve lending to small businesses and low-income communities. Could this tackle financial exclusion?
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Labour Bill Targets Bank Lending to Small Firms & Poor Areas
Labour backbenchers table a bill forcing UK banks to disclose and improve lending to SMEs and low-income communities, mirroring a US law. Read the full story.
US Small Business Bankruptcies: The Real Story Behind the Headlines
US small business bankruptcies reached a historic high in 2025, but the data tells a different story. Discover why this figure is statistically insignificant and what it really means for the economy.
US small business bankruptcies: the surprising truth
Data shows a record number of US small firms filed for bankruptcy in 2025. But with over 33 million businesses, the 2,221 filings are statistically negligible. Explore the full story.
SpudBros opens new store in Portsmouth after trademark dispute
Viral jacket potato brand SpudBros is opening a new shop in Portsmouth, just yards from a long-standing local vendor. This follows a legal threat against another small business over its name. Discover the local reaction and the battle for potato supremacy
Amazon criticised for listing products without brand consent
Amazon's new 'Shop Direct' and 'Buy for Me' features face criticism from small businesses like Bobo Design Studio for listing products without permission. Discover the details and the company's response.
Salon owner scammed out of £550 in beauty treatments
A San Diego salon owner is hunting a mother-daughter duo who allegedly walked out without paying for £550 of services. She warns other small businesses to be vigilant.
Restaurant shuts blaming asylum seeker hotel disruption
Jamie Darby's Ceno restaurant in Southampton closes after 20 years, citing problems from a neighbouring hotel housing asylum seekers. Turnover halved, staff lost. Read the full story.
Pizza owner's savage replies to bad reviews spark debate
A Melbourne pizza shop owner is hitting back at negative online reviews with brutally honest responses, dividing customers. Discover the full story and public reaction here.
Ann Arbor's Downtown Home & Garden Closes After 119 Years
Downtown Home & Garden, a beloved community staple in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has shut its doors for good, a victim of soaring rents and costs. Its closure is part of a record wave of US retail failures.
Historic Downtown Home & Garden closes after 119 years
Downtown Home & Garden, a beloved Ann Arbor institution, shut its doors on December 24. Owner Kelly Vore cites soaring rents and costs, highlighting a national wave of small business closures.
6,900 Borrowers Suspended in $400m US Covid Loan Fraud
The US Small Business Administration suspends 6,900 borrowers over suspected $400m Covid loan fraud in Minnesota. Read the latest on the widening scandal and political fallout.
6,900 Borrowers Suspended in $400M US Covid Loan Fraud
The Trump administration suspends thousands over suspected Covid loan fraud in Minnesota, as a wider $9 billion welfare fraud probe escalates political pressure. Read the latest developments.
Lloyds ends invoice factoring service for small businesses
Lloyds Banking Group is closing its invoice factoring service, impacting small business cash flow. The move follows similar exits by other major UK banks.
Top salon joins business revolt against Labour's Budget
Celebrity hairdresser Michael Van Clarke bans Labour ministers from his salon, joining over 1,000 pubs in protest against Rachel Reeves' business rates changes. Discover the growing backlash.
DWP's 2026 Plan: Free Health Training for 5,000 SME Managers
The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in SMEs from January 2026. Aimed at stemming the UK's sickness crisis, it targets early intervention to keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
Free 2026 DWP health training for 5,000 small business managers
The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in England's SMEs from Jan-Mar 2026. Aim: curb long-term sickness and keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
Salons ban Labour MPs in business rates backlash
Hairdressers and barbers join pubs in banning local Labour MPs, furious over a Budget they say fails small firms. Salons face crippling rate rises despite government support pledge.
Soaring Costs Force Closure of Beloved US Restaurants
Skyrocketing food, labour, and rent costs are forcing historic American restaurants to shut down permanently. Discover the human stories behind the closures and the industry's fragile future.
Independent UK Firms Hit by AI Sales Disruption
A new survey reveals UK independent businesses are losing online sales to AI-powered giants. Discover the impact and what small firms are doing to fight back.
US Tariffs Choke Small Manufacturers Like EarthQuaker
Ohio's EarthQuaker Devices, crafting pedals for Radiohead & Smashing Pumpkins, faces 30% cost hikes from Trump tariffs, stifling growth and innovation for US SMEs. Read the full analysis.
Four rules for being the perfect holiday guest
Expert Chelsea Fagan shares her four cardinal rules for being a stellar guest this festive season, from gift etiquette to communication. Plus, discover sustainable pet toys and unique small-business gifts.
Tax expert warns of 2025 'national hot mess' for businesses
A leading US tax consultant warns of a 'nationwide hot mess' in 2025 due to new tax rules, government shutdowns, and natural disasters. Learn how UK businesses with US interests can prepare.
Unique Gift Ideas to Support Small UK Businesses
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
Taco Truck Faces £6,000 Rebrand After Trademark Lawsuit
A Modesto food truck owner must rename his business 'Flaco's Tacos' by January 1 after a cease and desist from a Chicago chain. He's asking the public for new name ideas.
Small Business Competition with Celebrity Ambassadors
HSBC UK launches a competition for three small firms to win a day with a celebrity brand ambassador. Judged by Dame Kelly Holmes and Brian O'Driscoll. Enter by 5 January.
Independent Bookshop Closes After Barnes & Noble Opens Nearby
Volumes Bookcafe, a beloved independent Chicago bookstore, is closing after a 30% sales plunge. The owners cite a new Barnes & Noble as the cause, echoing the plot of 'You've Got Mail'. Support your local bookshops.
Taco Truck Sued, Forced to Change Name
A California food truck faces a £6,000 rebrand after a trademark infringement lawsuit from a Chicago restaurant. Owner seeks public help to choose a new name by December 5.
US tariff changes hit UK small businesses hard
UK small businesses face sales declines as US ends $800 tariff exemption. Holiday shopping season brings new challenges for international e-commerce traders.
Redknapp sues small shop over Sandbanks name
Ex-footballer Jamie Redknapp's fashion brand threatens legal action against family-run paddleboard business over use of Sandbanks name. Owner claims £350,000 stock at risk.
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