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Public sector rejig to provide acquisition opportunities?

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Privatisation of public services will always be contentious; but while some will spend their time discussing politics, others are keeping a hawk-like eye on the Government's disposal strategy in order to spot any business opp...continue reading


Axminster turnaround beats targets

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Axminster Carpets, one of the UK's most established carpet businesses, entered administration last month, with the loss of hundreds of jobs and a bleak outlook as sales continued to falter. But just weeks later and the compa...continue reading


Business health improving, but funding still an issue

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British business appears to have made it through the worst of the recession, with the latest GDP figures confirming that the country did not take a third dip into recession in the first quarter of the year. But growth remained low...continue reading


Will small business see benefit from FLS adjustments?

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The Bank of England and the Government have long been hunting for a way to encourage growth in the economy. But one of the biggest hurdles to overcome is the poor access to finance that has been plaguing businesses since the reces...continue reading


Could the weather really bring down a business?

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Running a business involves balancing an endless list of supply and demand issues. Problems in politics through to fashion trends among consumers can result in serious dents or peaks in a company's profits. But could somethin...continue reading


Scottish business collapses slowing down

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The number of businesses entering administration or being closed down in Scotland has fallen over the past year, according to recent data. Figures from accountancy giant KPMG showed that 159 firms collapsed in the first three mon...continue reading


Rising business rates forcing independent retailers out of businesses

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A significant number of major retailers have hit the wall this year, but what about the smaller shops on the British high street? Figures suggest that independently-owned shops make up around two-thirds of the total of the UK...continue reading


Lessons from failed technology business acquisitions

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A business acquisition that goes wrong inevitably results in disappointment and hand-wringing, as the purchasers try to figure out how they missed the signs that the deal was far from perfect. But for those who can put the loss o...continue reading


Report highlights gap between London and other UK cities

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Britain's economy has historically been split across a number of major cities, including Birmingham, Liverpool and Glasgow. Strong industry connections and proximity to transport links allowed these destinations to attract an...continue reading


Rent day to prompt flurry of retail administrations?

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The next quarterly rent day is rapidly approaching (Monday, 25 March) and businesses in retail and commercial properties will be digging deep to find the rent for the next three months. Since the recession hit, most quarterly re...continue reading


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