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AIM sheds 105 companies in a year

A look into the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) reveals an increase in de-listings and a record low level of IPO activity.

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Entrepreneurs

Starting a business during the recession pays off for this north east business

Richard Lane and Lee Durham started their Newcastle based sales performance company, durhamlane five years ago. Since then, their business has achieved double-digit growth year on year

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British businesses still divided over the EU referendum

New research into business sentiment reveals greater support for Brexit, concerns over another Scottish independence referendum, and Boris Johnson as most likely next PM 

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The national living wage and you

The national living wage, as announced by George Osborne, is now in effect. What does this mean for your business?

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Employers cannot automatically sack suspected paedophiles

Footballer and sex offender Adam Johnson's recent six-year sentence raises a lot of questions on firing employees convicted of a criminal offence

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Nine things to look out for in the new tax year

What you need to know ahead of 6th April

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Five myths of building and creating a custom app

Off-the-shelf or custom made? Here's what you need to know when considering an app for your business

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The seven most successful rejects that made it big

This infographic reveals that you can't always write off corporate rejects. Here's why rejection doesn't mean failure

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Five myths of building and creating a custom app

Off-the-shelf or custom made? Here's what you need to know when considering an app for your business

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The seven most successful rejects that made it big

This infographic reveals that you can't always write off corporate rejects. Here's why rejection doesn't mean failure

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Consumer confidence stalls at zero due to 'Brexit jitters'

Can Brexit jitters explain an 18-point fall in consumer confidence since March 2015?

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London nowhere on UK's top 'Gigabit Cities' list

Think tank warns that the capital's poor broadband infrastructure could hinder its competitiveness, as London trails behind cities like York, Coventry and Edinburgh.

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Business security trends to watch in 2016

With criminals finding new and inventive ways to steal and threaten businesses around the world it comes as no surprise that 2016 will be yet another incredibly important time for companies to employ and integrate improved security protocols. 

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Sign language option to make banking more accessible for the hearing impaired

HSBC and First Direct launch a British Sign Language video relay service in the UK to cater to the deaf community

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial