Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
This section talks about finding and managing office space, office design, issues surrounding working from home and running a business from home.
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, small and medium-sized businesses are always on the look out for opportunities to cut operating costs. SmallBusiness.co.uk offers a number of simple operational changes that can not only ensure your business is more environmentally sound but also save you money.
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Office & home working
Recent research from YouGov of over 1,150 business owners and managers shows that half of UK bosses based in an urban environment are dreaming of escaping the rat race to find their own small slice of rural happiness.
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What are the regulations for toilet and washroom facilities for a small, mixed-sex workforce?
Office & home working
The majority of start-up businesses begin life at home, but there may come a time when a fledgling enterprise deserves to stand on its own two feet, having grown to a size that warrants dedicated premises. Use our handy guide to help you choose property that fits the bill.
Office & home working
Leasing property is a popular option for many small businesses, but the contracts are often packed with legal terminology.
Office & home working
Deciding where to physically carry out your work is something which needs careful consideration. The nature of your business may dictate your location or premises choice.
Office & home working
Some articles on the advantages and disadvantages of starting up a business from home.
Office & home working
I'm considering running a small catering business from my home. Are there rules and regulations which I have to meet?
Office & home working
Some articles on the advantages and disadvantages of starting up a business from home.
Office & home working
I'm considering running a small catering business from my home. Are there rules and regulations which I have to meet?
Office & home working
SmallBusiness.co.uk's Top Ten Business Property Tips offer invaluable advice on your business' property needs, providing hints on finding the ideal location, utilising your office space and negotiating deals.
Office & home working
When deciding what sort of property is best to house your business, there are a plethora of issues to consider. This list brings together all the business premises questions you need to think about into one place.
Office & home working
Leasing can be a complex business and once you have made your leasing bed you have to lie in it so it's imperative that you get the details right from the outset.
Office & home working
Office space costs money. So whether you are planning to work from home or rent office space, you need to justify every bit you use.
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We've teamed up with the Current Account Switch Service to explain the benefits of switching your business bank account.
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Business Companion is a one-stop-shop for accurate and up-to-date legal guidance, whatever sector you’re in — and it’s all completely free
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Digital ad campaigns aren't just for big businesses. Here's why you should be considering it...
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Hospitality businesses have faced a number of challenges in the last couple of years. Find out what funding and support is available.