UK SMEs Miss Growth Due to Finance Gaps, Report Reveals
A new report from Lovey reveals that 81% of UK SMEs missed business opportunities in 2025 due to lack of finance, with tax burdens and rising costs as key barriers to growth.
A new report from Lovey reveals that 81% of UK SMEs missed business opportunities in 2025 due to lack of finance, with tax burdens and rising costs as key barriers to growth.
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for the Philippines, warning UK tourists about potential fees, fines, and penalties starting April 1, 2026, amid ongoing Middle East travel disruptions.
HMRC's Making Tax Digital system becomes mandatory for sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 from April 6, requiring quarterly digital updates and new software compliance.
Home improvement retailer Wickes reports doubled profits and £1.6bn revenue while positioning itself to lead the fragmented solar installation market in the UK.
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Nationwide Building Society warns savers about zero or low-interest accounts, urging customers to check rates. Experts highlight inflation concerns and better alternatives.
Spain's meteorological agency AEMET has issued yellow weather alerts for three coastal areas popular with UK tourists, warning of strong winds and potential hazards.
Major lender Close Brothers announces plans to eliminate approximately 600 positions across the UK and Ireland over the next 18 months as part of a strategic effort to reduce annual costs by £85 million.
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RecommendedCadbury introduces a new Biscoff-flavored chocolate bar as part of its premium Cadbury & More range, featuring updated packaging to attract younger consumers and boost sales.
Lloyds Bank introduces a pioneering 6-month sustainable home finance scholarship for mortgage brokers in Birmingham, training 400 professionals to lead the green mortgage market.
The FCDO has advised UK tourists against travel to Qatar, UAE, Cuba, and Kuwait due to regional security concerns linked to the ongoing Iran conflict.
The FCDO has revised its UAE travel guidance, adding warnings about regional escalation and registration requirements for Brits in Dubai as commercial flights resume.
Santander has issued an urgent email warning to customers aged 50 to 80 about life insurance risks, urging immediate action to protect families and mortgages.
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Merlin Entertainments launches a limited-time 'Twice the Fun' ticket deal for Easter 2026, allowing families to visit top UK attractions like Alton Towers and Legoland Windsor twice for the price of one.
British expats and tourists returning from Dubai due to Middle East conflict risk huge UK tax bills under strict HMRC 183-day residency rules, despite exceptional circumstances guidance.
Simba Sleep is offering free pillows, duvets, mattress protectors, and slippers with mattress purchases this March, adding value to their award-winning sleep technology products.
The FCDO has updated its travel advice for Qatar, warning of security risks and travel disruption due to regional escalation. Brits are advised to avoid military facilities and monitor local media.
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RecommendedThe acclaimed Swiss bakery chain Bear St. Bakery, famous for its gooey cookies and limited-edition flavours, opens its first UK outlet at Bicester Village tomorrow, with a London flagship planned later this year.
Shoppers can save £22 on the Jimmy Choo Flash Eau de Parfum 60ml, reduced from £55 to £33 on LookFantastic. Customers praise it as perfect for daily use with a fresh, long-lasting scent.
Travel booking platform Expedia has released data identifying the most affordable dates for UK family holidays in 2026, along with peak periods to avoid for significant savings.
Spring shoppers are snapping up Dusk's Rhodes Cotton Towel Collection, a six-piece set reduced to £27.20. The plush 550gsm towels earn rave reviews for softness and absorbency, with multiple alternatives also on sale.
Chorley-based Ipsum Group has acquired Rosh Engineering in Gateshead and Wilkinson Environmental in Warwickshire, enhancing its power and water infrastructure capabilities across the UK.
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Dunelm's new Nairi Floral Polycotton bedding set, priced from just £10, is proving a hit with customers who praise its bright design, quality, and value ahead of spring.
British tourists heading to Spain must be aware of new strict regulations, including vaping bans, footwear restrictions, and dress codes, with fines up to €2,000 for violations.
The 40-inch Hisense FHD LED TV with Freely is now available for £151.05, a 28% discount and its lowest price ever, but the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale ends soon.
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