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Today, we honour women.

The remarkable and iconic women who have shattered barriers, defied expectations, and paved the way for future generations.

And also the women who haven't chased fame or fortune, but who - through day-to-day acts of kindness, ingenuity and perseverance - have made their own lives, and those of the people around them, better.

The Budget document runs to almost 100 pages - but we’ve picked out the most important news for businesses and their teams, including:

📈 VAT threshold increased
📎 Plans to reduce the HMRC administration burden
💡 Business Energy Advice Service may be expanded UK-wide
💷 Recovery Loan Scheme extended and rebranded
🏃‍♂️ Updated guidance on training costs
💻 Funding Pilot for AI Skills

And much, much more.

You can find it all in the 'SME Political Briefing', a weekly run down of the most important political news for UK businesses, here. 👇

(£/free trial)

BUDGET SPECIAL | SME Political Briefing: 6 March 2024 VAT threshold increased, Recovery Loan Scheme extended, updated guidance on training costs coming, and much more - all the key information for SMEs from the Budget.

‘Money, money, money’ - in spite of what ABBA said, it’s proving anything but ‘funny’ for local Councils who are finding themselves seriously short of cash.

In this week’s 'SME Political Briefing,' we start by looking at what’s gone on and what it could mean for SMEs.

Here’s what else to expect in this edition:

🌹 Labour’s by-election victories increase party’s hopes for power
🏢 What you need to know about the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act
👩‍💼 Government appointments - could one be right for you?
💷 An introduction to the APPG on Fair Business Banking

Plus much more.

Click below to read this edition. (£/free trial).

SME Political Briefing: 22 Feb 2024 Councils in financial trouble; Labour's hopes for government high; flexible working requirements are changing; info on government appointments; and more...

🏢 Many big businesses pay tens or hundreds of thousands of pounds to consultants to keep them abreast of what they need to know from the political world.

💡 But we don’t think only major corporations need to be in the know about politics, nor should it take their budget to stay informed.

📰 So we’ve created this special weekly briefing - the SME Political Briefing.

🔠 It contains the key information business owners, leaders, executives and their teams need to know from the world of politics - especially in an election year.

Read the first edition here. 👇 (£/free trial).

SME Political Briefing: 15 Feb 2024 Recession declared; Labour announces Corporation Tax policy; how (and whether) to engage with parliamentary candidates; female business leaders highlighted in the Commons; and more.

💡 Introducing... the SME Political Briefing!

🔠 We've had a few discussions recently with people who want an easy way to stay on top of the political issues that matter to business owners, leaders, executives and their teams.

📰 We've given it some thought and decided to launch the SME Political Briefing.

📅 It's a weekly rundown of the political issues that matter to businesses and organisations - including key stories, forecasts, advice, government consultations, and more.

1️⃣ Issue one has just been published! It contains...

▶ Rachel Reeves pledges no change to Corporation Tax rates under Labour
▶ How to engage with parliamentary candidates - and should you?
▶ The UK tips into a 'technical recession’ - what’s the political impact?
▶ Female-led businesses discussed in the House of Commons
▶ Federation of Small Businesses makes its demands for the Budget - what are they, would they benefit you, and could you help make the case for them?

Read it here (£/free trial). 👉

SME Political Briefing: 15 Feb 2024 Recession declared; Labour announces Corporation Tax policy; how (and whether) to engage with parliamentary candidates; female business leaders highlighted in the Commons; and more.

🎇Happy New Year!

We hope 2024 is a happy and prosperous year for you, your team and your organisation.

Wishing you, your team, your family and your friends all a very happy Christmas!

Thought for the day:

Innovation is the key to staying ahead in today's fast-paced business world. Take some time to consider how you, your team and your organisation could be more innovative and make a positive difference.

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in the loopKeeping up with industry trends and best practices can help you stay ahead of the curve and be a leader in your field. Find new opportunities to stay at the forefront of your industry.

Thought for the day:

The world is constantly changing, and so are the demands of the workplace. Keep learning new skills to stay relevant and competitive in your career.

Thought for the day:

Leadership is not about being in charge, but about serving others. Put your team's needs before your own, lead with integrity and empathy, and create a culture of trust and respect.