October 2009 Small Business News Archive

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• 30 Oct 2009 Mixed views over possible minimum wage rise
  The Trades Union Congress' call for an increase to the minimum wage has been met with a mixed reaction.

• 30 Oct 2009 Smart meters can help small firms reduce energy bills
  Small firms will be able to monitor their energy use using the new Google PowerMeter tool, it has been reported.

• 30 Oct 2009 Government urged to commit to small firm support
  The government must not sacrifice support for small businesses if it makes public spending cuts, it has been claimed.

• 30 Oct 2009 Firms reminded of online payroll duty
  Online payroll filing will be compulsory from 2010, small firms have been reminded.

• 29 Oct 2009 Businesses confused over hiring position
  The government needs to clarify where businesses stand in relation to work placements and apprenticeships, it has been claimed.

• 29 Oct 2009 IT expert says Microsoft domination will continue
  Microsoft will continue to dominate the operating systems market for years to come, it has been claimed.

• 29 Oct 2009 Government warned against raising small business taxes
  Raising small business taxes will simply cost the UK economy jobs and output, it has been claimed.

• 29 Oct 2009 FSB warns of Royal Mail strike costs
  The Royal Mail strikes could cost small businesses in terms of lost orders and damage to their reputations, it has been claimed.

• 28 Oct 2009 Mobile technology saves time and money
  Businesses can save time by using mobile technology and therefore reduce costs, it has been claimed.

• 28 Oct 2009 US small businesses looking to rehire
  Many small businesses in the US are now looking to rehire, in a trend which could be reflected in the UK.

• 28 Oct 2009 Entrepreneurs back decision to work for themselves
  Most small business owners are happy with their decision to enter self-employment, it has been reported.

• 27 Oct 2009 Hackers pose continued threat to businesses
  A recent hack of the Guardian Jobs website emphasises the need for firms to be aware of data security risks, it has been suggested.

• 27 Oct 2009 Firms aware of email marketing potential
  Most companies are now aware of the benefits of email marketing, it has been reported.

• 27 Oct 2009 Expert says customer service training is essential
  Firms must commit to customer service training investment, it has been claimed.

• 26 Oct 2009 Study suggests technology helping firms survive
  Small firms which have embraced technology are suffering less as a result of the recession, a new study indicates.

• 26 Oct 2009 Employers urged to spot signs of stress
  Employers and team managers should be seeking to identify employees who are suffering from stress, it has been claimed.

• 23 Oct 2009 UK remains in recession despite growth hopes
  The Office for National Statistics has reported that the UK remains in recession following the third quarter of the year.

• 23 Oct 2009 Royal Mail warned over business loyalty
  Companies are likely to look for Post Office alternatives on the internet if the postal strikes continue, it has been claimed.

• 23 Oct 2009 Expert says email marketing strategies are crucial
  Quality email marketing strategies are needed by all firms seeking to reach out to customers, it has been suggested.

• 23 Oct 2009 Firms warned not to make silent calls
  Silent marketing calls can have the effect of damaging companies' reputations, it has been suggested.

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