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How to open a restaurant
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How to open a restaurant If you love cooking and serving delicious food, why not turn that passion into a business? Opening a restaurant could give you the freedom and independence of being your own boss while doing what you love. In 2023, people in the UK spent £132.59 billion on eating out in […]
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Tips for starting a business after redundancy
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Tips for starting a business after redundancy If you are worried about losing your job or think it might happen in the future, you’re not alone. Many people experience redundancy during their careers, sometimes more than once. Between October and December 2024, there were around 114,000 […]
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Effective leadership: transitioning from solopreneur to team leader
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Effective leadership: transitioning from solopreneur to team leader Many small businesses are started by ‘solopreneurs’ – self-employed business owners who work without the help of employees or a co-founder. Whether you have set up your start-up as a sole trader or limited company , you may need to […]
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How to successfully negotiate a supplier contract
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How to successfully negotiate a supplier contract Strong negotiation skills can prove highly useful for start-ups and small business owners, especially when working with suppliers. Securing favourable terms and establishing a good working relationship with suppliers can significantly impact your […]
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Five years on: Start Up Loans data shows surge in loans taken out in the post pandemic era
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Five years on: Start Up Loans data shows surge in loans taken out in the post pandemic era Press release 19 March 2025 21% increase in the number of loans for starting a business since the beginning of the pandemic £176m increase in the value of first loans Average loan value increased by £2,143 […]
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How to open a corner shop
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How to open a corner shop Corner shop are popular because they are convenient. They are important in local communities, providing a one-stop shop to buy food, drinks, newspapers, magazines, and alcohol. They might also offer services like ATMs, lottery tickets, and parcel collections. The corner […]
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How your start-up could be affected by the new employment laws
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How your start-up could be affected by the new employment laws If you’re a start-up owner, it’s important to keep up with changes in employment law to stay legal and attract employees. The government introduced the Employment Rights Bill in October 2024 , which includes some significant reforms to […]
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Female founders in the North West boosted by £50m of Start Up Loans support
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Female founders in the North West boosted by £50m of Start Up Loans support Press release 06 March 2025 The British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme has delivered £50m worth of loans to female-owned businesses in the North West The support provided is spread across 5,820 loans The British […]
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How to start a heat pump installation business
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How to start a heat pump installation business As green energy becomes increasingly important, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly and energy-efficient home and office heating options. Air source heat pumps (AHSPs) are the frontrunners for reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner, […]
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An interview with Project Harmless
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An interview with Project Harmless Every year, we ask a few businesses that have received a Start Up Loan to become ambassadors and share their stories with those looking to start their own businesses. One of our inspiring Start Up Loans 2024/2025 ambassadors is George Greer, who co-founded the […]