http://mlsbusinesscentres.com MLS Business Centres latest news Copyright: (C) MLS Business Centres http://mlsbusinesscentres.com 240 en-gb Tue, 20 Mar 2007 17:02:54 GMT http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18596656&title=Flexible+working+changes+could+create+%26%23039%3Bemployment+nightmare%26%23039%3B+for+small+firms#newsAnchor Small business in Britain are being warned that costs could increase as a result of plans to extend the right to request flexible working. Friday 16 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18596657&title=New+SMEs+advised+to+find+a+%26%23039%3Bmentor%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small business bosses should find a mentor to provide them with advice and guidance, an expert claims. Friday 16 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18596658&title=Sharp+rise+in+global+IT+spending#newsAnchor Global IT spending has risen sharply, in defiance of the recent economic slowdown. Friday 16 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18594581&title=Conservatives+outline+proposals+for+small+business+support#newsAnchor A Tory task force has drawn up plans to overhaul business support services in Britain. Thursday 15 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18594584&title=Entrants+sought+for+small+business+excellence+awards#newsAnchor Small firms are being invited to submit entries to the annual small business excellence awards. Thursday 15 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Market trends&articleid=18594587&title=UK+employment+rate+continues+to+rise#newsAnchor The rate of employment in Britain has risen over the year, despite gloomy economic conditions. Thursday 15 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18592517&title=Small+firms+raise+concerns+about+10p+tax+loss#newsAnchor SMEs in Britain could face higher costs from the decision to scrap the 10p tax band, the FPB reports. Wednesday 14 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18592530&title=SMEs+websites+need+to+provide+%26quot%3Ba+great+user+experience%26quot%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses are advised to examine their websites and ensure that they provide a "great" experience for consumers. Wednesday 14 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18592536&title=IT+workers+%26%23039%3Bwould+recommend+sector+to+children%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The vast majority of IT professionals are so happy with their work that they would recommend it to their offspring. Wednesday 14 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18590320&title=More+women+%26%23039%3Bstarting+own+businesses%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor A growing number of female entrepreneurs are starting their own businesses because of the flexibility it can afford them. Tuesday 13 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18590335&title=Warning+issued+to+small+firms+about+economic+conditions#newsAnchor The BCC is urging small businesses to prepare for tough economic conditions over the next couple of years. Tuesday 13 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18590337&title=SMEs+advised+to+consider+loyalty+schemes#newsAnchor Small businesses are advised to consider setting up loyalty card schemes to boost profits. Tuesday 13 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18588262&title=Call+for+more+female+IT+role+models#newsAnchor British girls need more role models in the IT industry, a new report states. Monday 12 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18588269&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bneed+to+seek+advice+and+training+in+risk+management%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses need to improve their awareness of risk management issues, an expert suggests. Monday 12 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18588274&title=Specialist+recruitment+companies+%26%23039%3Bhelp+firms+achieve+their+goals%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Specialist recruitment firms can help businesses to acheive long-term goals and act as an outsourced HR department. Monday 12 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18586286&title=SMEs+warned+about+network+risk#newsAnchor Smaller firms are increasingly risking network security, a new report warns. Friday 09 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18586292&title=Mobile+technology+%26%23039%3Bbenefits+smaller+firms%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses in the UK are discovering the many benefits of mobile technology. Friday 09 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18584016&title=Postal+competition+%26%23039%3Bnot+helping+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses are not benefiting from the decision to liberalise postal markets, a new report claims. Thursday 08 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18584030&title=More+small+firms+%26%23039%3Bpurchasing+medical+insurance+for+workers%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Private medical insurance is increasingly helping managers recruit and retain talented staff, an expert suggests. Thursday 08 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18584039&title=Small+businesses+need+more+training+to+manage+homeworkers#newsAnchor Small firms need more training and awareness of how to effectively manage homeworkers, BT claims. Thursday 08 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18582023&title=Soaring+energy+prices+%26%23039%3Baffecting+IT+sector%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Rapid increases in the price of electricity have pushed up costs for the IT sector, a new report states. Wednesday 07 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18582028&title=Small+firms+urged+to+combat+climate+change#newsAnchor Britain's smaller firms are being urged to embrace moves to tackle global warming. Wednesday 07 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Market trends&articleid=18582035&title=Thousands+of+jobs+to+go+in+manufacturing+sector#newsAnchor A new report from the CBI predicts that up to 18,000 jobs in the manufacturing sector could go within the next three months. Wednesday 07 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18580024&title=Female+%26%23039%3Brole+models%26%23039%3B+needed+in+IT+sector#newsAnchor Young role models are required to promote the benefits of working in IT to women, an expert claims. Tuesday 06 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18580224&title=EU+urged+to+provide+more+help+for+small+firms#newsAnchor The French and British premiers have addressed a letter calling for greater support for small businesses to the EU. Tuesday 06 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18580505&title=New+platform+launched+for+recruitment+SMEs#newsAnchor A new range of back office solutions has been launched to help SMEs take advantage of potential cost savings and efficiencies of scale. Tuesday 06 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18577783&title=Firms+urged+to+crack+down+on+false+expense+claims#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are placing their reputations and finances at risk by allowing false expense claims through. Friday 02 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18577785&title=Trial+to+give+SMEs+access+to+public+sector+contracts#newsAnchor A new government trial will provide smaller firms with free access to public sector contracts. Friday 02 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18577786&title=Employers+urged+to+file+PAYE+returns#newsAnchor Small business bosses are being urged by HM Revenue & Customs to ensure that they file their PAYE end-of-year returns by this year's deadline. Friday 02 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=MLS news&articleid=35&title=MLS+volunteers+lend+a+hand+to+Hackney+City+Farm%21#newsAnchor MLS staff lend a hand to Hackney City Farm! Thursday 01 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18575871&title=Small+firms+advised+to+embrace+gift+card+schemes#newsAnchor Gift cards can be used by small businesses to drive revenues, an expert claims. Thursday 01 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18575874&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bstill+planning+for+growth%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses remain optimistic about their growth prospects, despite the credit crunch. Thursday 01 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18575881&title=Call+for+SMEs+to+be+included+in+tax+forum#newsAnchor Small business leaders are calling on ministers to include the sector in a new business-government forum on tax. Thursday 01 May 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18573887&title=%26%23039%3BBig+range%26%23039%3B+of+opportunities+available+for+women+in+IT#newsAnchor There is a "big range of opportunities" available to women working in IT, an expert states. Wednesday 30 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18573890&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bfailing+to+prepare+for+disaster%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Smaller organisations are failing to draw up business continuity plans and are relying instead on the resilience of employees. Wednesday 30 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18571694&title=FSB+calls+for+next+mayor+to+%26%23039%3Bwork+with+small+firms%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The Federation of Small Businesses has called on the winner of this week's mayoral elections to cooperate with small firms. Tuesday 29 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18573126&title=Businesses+%26%23039%3Black+faith+in+politicians%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor One in five businesses believe that politicians would prioritise their needs, according to a BCC survey. Tuesday 29 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18569636&title=Women+need+%26%23039%3Bencouraging%26%23039%3B+to+join+IT+sector#newsAnchor Women should be given more encouragement from school to join the IT sector, an expert suggests. Monday 28 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18569639&title=Smaller+firms+urged+to+consult+government+on+IT+issues#newsAnchor Smaller businesses in Britain should seek more advice and guidance on IT issues from the government. Monday 28 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18569644&title=Recruiting+and+retaining+talent+%26%23039%3Bvital+in+current+economic+climate%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Companies are struggling to recruit and retain talent in Britain. Monday 28 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18567573&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bstarting+to+feel+credit+squeeze%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses are starting to feel the effects of the credit crunch, new research reveals. Friday 25 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18567578&title=Recruiting+green+candidates+%26%23039%3Bbecoming+more+important%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor It is becoming more important to recruiters that job applicants have strong green credentials. Friday 25 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18567589&title=Bosses+warned+against+using+Sugar+tactics#newsAnchor Employers are being warned that following Sir Alan Sugar's example could see them facing harsh penalties. Friday 25 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18565622&title=Green+measures+%26%23039%3Bhelp+SMEs+cope+with+fuel+price+rises%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Implementing energy efficient measures can help smaller businesses to reduce costs and cope with soaring fuel prices. Thursday 24 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18565628&title=Outlook+%26%23039%3Boptimistic%26%23039%3B+for+British+IT+firms#newsAnchor British IT companies remain optimistic about recruitment despite the economic downturn. Thursday 24 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18563881&title=Winners+of+Queen%26%23039%3Bs+Awards+for+Enterprise+unveiled#newsAnchor The 2008 Queen's Awards for Enterprise winners have been selected from this year's business and individual award entrants. Wednesday 23 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18563894&title=Staff+%26%23039%3Bshould+be+shown+how+to+prevent+IT+risk%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Employers are being urged to make sure staff are aware of the importance of IT security. Wednesday 23 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18563903&title=Specialist+recruitment+agencies+%26%23039%3Bstill+play+key+role%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Although a growing number of people are seeking work online, specialist recruiters are still vital. Wednesday 23 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18561814&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bshould+pick+short+domain+names%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses have been advised to choose short domain names for their web presence. Tuesday 22 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18563056&title=Councils+%26%23039%3Bshould+offer+more+support+to+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The Federation of Small Businesses believes small firms should receive more support from local councils. Tuesday 22 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18559669&title=NFEA+shows+SMEs+they+are+not+alone#newsAnchor The NFEA has organised a Credit Crunch Week to provide help and support for small businesses. Monday 21 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18559673&title=Credit+crunch+%26%23039%3Bcould+affect+IT+spending%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor IT spending could be negatively affected by the economic downturn, experts claim. Monday 21 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18559676&title=Effort+to+crack+down+on+rogue+traders#newsAnchor The government has announced new legislation aimed at tackling unfair business practices. Monday 21 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18556786&title=Call+for+new+London+mayor+to+back+SMEs#newsAnchor The new London mayor should provide support to SMEs in the capital, business leaders claim. Friday 18 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18556792&title=Sharp+annual+increase+in+employment+recorded#newsAnchor The UK has witnessed a steep rise in employment to record levels, despite the credit crunch. Friday 18 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18556797&title=CRM+technology+%26%23039%3Bbenefiting+small+businesses%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor CRM technology can enhance the productivity and sales of small businesses. Friday 18 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18555514&title=SMEs+urged+to+capitalise+on+IP#newsAnchor Small firms are being given information and advice to help them make the most of their intellectual capital. Thursday 17 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18555517&title=Internet+%26%23039%3Bplaying+a+key+role+in+recruitment%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Jobseekers are increasingly turning to the internet to look for work. Thursday 17 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18555521&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bstruggle+to+implement+flexible+working%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses find it harder than large corporations to implement flexible working practices, an expert suggests. Thursday 17 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18553850&title=Small+business+discuss+late+payments+with+ministers#newsAnchor Some of the UK's leading small business experts will meet with the government next month to discuss late payment. Wednesday 16 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18554143&title=Advice+on+credit+crunch+offered+to+SMEs#newsAnchor A series of workshops and seminars are being held to help small businesses cope with the credit crunch. Wednesday 16 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18554176&title=Smaller+firms+%26%23039%3Bhave+rainy+day+funds%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Many SMEs have money put aside to tide them over in case of problems. Wednesday 16 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18552051&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bcan+lose+more+than+money+from+data+loss%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses making the most of serviced office space as well as other small firms could suffer a loss of reputation as well as finance if they lose data. Tuesday 15 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18549617&title=%26%23039%3BTough%26%23039%3B+recruitment+market+for+financial+services#newsAnchor The outlook for the financial services recruitment market remains 'tough' for 2008. Monday 14 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18549626&title=Firms+%26%23039%3Bbecoming+more+aware+of+green+issues%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Britain's small businesses are becoming more aware of environmental issues, an expert claims. Monday 14 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18549633&title=Temping+%26%23039%3Bcan+be+good+starting+option+for+workers%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Temping can provide jobseekers with new skills and access to the jobs market. Monday 14 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18547589&title=UK+labour+market+%26%23039%3Bslightly+more+competitive%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The UK jobs market is only slightly more competitive, despite global economic uncertainty. Friday 11 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18547592&title=FSB+backs+moves+to+block+income+shifting+legislation#newsAnchor The FSB wants the government to drop legislation that would restrict income shifting. Friday 11 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18547597&title=Bank+slashes+base+rate+to+five+per+cent#newsAnchor The MPC has voted to cut the base rate from 5.25 per cent to five per cent. Friday 11 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18545495&title=Economic+slowdown+%26%23039%3Bcould+boost+SaaS+market%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Businesses are expected to turn increasingly to SaaS technology as a result of the current credit squeeze. Thursday 10 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18545504&title=%26%23039%3BEasier%26%23039%3B+for+firms+to+prepare+for+emergencies#newsAnchor Technology has made it easier for smaller firms to prepare for a major emergency, an insurance expert claims. Thursday 10 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18545509&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bshould+promote+employee+health%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses are being urged to promote and support workplace health initiatives. Thursday 10 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18543477&title=Economic+activity+in+NE+fuels+new+growth#newsAnchor An expert claims that business success in the north east is encouraging new start-ups. Wednesday 09 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18543488&title=Small+businesses+warned+against+complacency#newsAnchor Smaller firms in London are urged not to become complacent within the first few years of operation. Wednesday 09 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18543498&title=Post+Office+closures+%26%23039%3Baffecting+small+firms%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Post Office closures are affecting small businesses and local communities in Britain, the FSB claims. Wednesday 09 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18541331&title=Employers+evaluate+candidates+%26%23039%3Bgreen+credentials%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Employers are placing a growing emphasis on the green credentials of applicants. Tuesday 08 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18541339&title=Government+launches+new+code+to+reduce+red+tape#newsAnchor The government has unveiled a new code of practice that will help to slash red tape for compliant firms. Tuesday 08 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18541341&title=Workers+%26%23039%3Bmore+visible%26%23039%3B+in+SMEs#newsAnchor Workers in smaller firms can benefit from greater visibility and the chance to make their mark. Tuesday 08 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18539066&title=Calls+to+expand+entrepreneurial+pool+of+talent#newsAnchor Women, young people and older people are being targeted by government plans to make Britain the world's most enterprising nation. Monday 07 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18539075&title=Warning+over+finance+job+cuts#newsAnchor Financial services companies are facing steep job cuts in the wake of the global credit crunch. Monday 07 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18539152&title=PC+shipment+growth+forecast+for+2008#newsAnchor Double digit growth in global PC shipments is being forecast for this year. Monday 07 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18537139&title=Call+for+simpler+taxation+system+for+businesses#newsAnchor Small businesses need a simpler taxation system rather than elaborate schemes, an expert suggests. Friday 04 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18537142&title=Entrepreneurs+urged+to+appoint+%26%23039%3Bproperly+qualified+tax+adviser%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Entrepreneurs are advised to look around before choosing a properly qualified tax adviser. Friday 04 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18537146&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bspending+%C2%A34.5bn+managing+spam%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Britain's small firms are spending billions each year managing spam emails, a new study finds. Friday 04 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18535200&title=Government+pledges+small+business+development+funding+for+councils#newsAnchor Councils that have boosted economic development in their areas will receive a financial reward, the government announces. Thursday 03 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18535666&title=Expert+identifies+barriers+to+greener+SMEs#newsAnchor Small businesses need more information and support to implement greener practices, according to the FSB. Thursday 03 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18535684&title=TV+shows+%26%23039%3Bdemonstrate+that+all+kinds+of+people+can+start+a+business%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor TV shows about business are demonstrating the range of people who are starting new enterprises in Britain. Thursday 03 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18532878&title=Small+firms+urged+to+reduce+exposure+to+late+payments#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are being advised to reduce their risk to late payments. Wednesday 02 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18532926&title=Small+business+borrowing+grows+in+2007#newsAnchor Small business borrowing rose last year, despite adverse economic conditions. Wednesday 02 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18532943&title=SMEs%26%23039%3B+awareness+of+skills+training+benefit+grows#newsAnchor SMEs in Britain need greater access to skills training support, the LSC claims. Wednesday 02 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=MLS news&articleid=34&title=New+Desks+in+Newbury%21#newsAnchor MLS open a brand new centre in Newbury, West Berkshire. Tuesday 01 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18530761&title=Company+law+changes+explained#newsAnchor Changes to company law come into effect this month that will have important consequences for small businesses. Tuesday 01 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18530783&title=Small+firms+want+more+%26%23039%3Bproactive%26%23039%3B+government+schemes#newsAnchor The FSB wants government to do more to make SMEs aware of help and support available to them. Tuesday 01 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18530788&title=New+scheme+to+boost+regional+economic+growth#newsAnchor A new government consultation has been launched on measures to boost economic growth in deprived areas. Tuesday 01 April 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18528684&title=Recruitment+agencies+witness+dip+in+complaints#newsAnchor Serious complaints against recruitment agencies in the UK have dropped sharply over the past year. Monday 31 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18529299&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bcan+provide+greater+scope+for+employees%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses can provide greater opportunities for employees to make their mark, an expert suggests. Monday 31 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18529305&title=Small+businesses+urged+to+shop+around#newsAnchor SMEs are advised to shop around and consider avenues other than banks when starting up a new venture. Monday 31 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18526483&title=New+online+business+community+for+SMEs#newsAnchor A new forum for established small business leaders and new entrepreneurs has been launched. Friday 28 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18526863&title=UK+enterprise+hotspots+invited+to+enter+awards#newsAnchor A nationwide competition is seeking entries from enterprising areas of Britain. Friday 28 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18526868&title=Website+provides+recruitment+information+for+gay+professionals#newsAnchor A new job search is offering recruitment professionals the opportunity to target gay and lesbian professionals. Friday 28 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18524213&title=Skilled+migrants+%26%23039%3Bboost+IT+sector%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Skilled migrants contribute billions each year to the UK's IT sector.

Thursday 27 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Market trends&articleid=18524218&title=Britain+is+world%26%23039%3Bs+seventh+most+stable+and+prosperous+nation#newsAnchor A new list rates Britain as the seventh most stable and prosperous country in the world. Thursday 27 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18524221&title=Graduates+urged+to+consider+SME+employment#newsAnchor Graduates can often enjoy a better quality of life by joining a small business, an expert claims. Thursday 27 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18524227&title=Internet+volunteering+resource+for+small+firms+unveiled#newsAnchor A volunteering resource has been created online by Volunteering England for small business bosses. Thursday 27 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18522211&title=SME+websites+%26%23039%3Bcan+languish+after+set-up%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are failing to keep websites updated because they lose momentum, an expert claims. Wednesday 26 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18522548&title=Micro+Focus+Action+Programme+addresses+global+IT+skills+crisis#newsAnchor A global scheme to boost IT skills in business has attracted its 50th member. Wednesday 26 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18519897&title=Construction+industry+%26%23039%3Bfacing+recruitment+crisis%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The construction industry is facing a severe shortage of skills and young talent, an expert claims. Tuesday 25 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18520466&title=SMEs+advised+to+get+employer+liability+insurance#newsAnchor Small businesses in the UK are urged to protect themselves with employer liability insurance. Tuesday 25 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18520474&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bmust+not+discriminate+against+older+workers%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are not adequately aware of the strength of age discrimination laws, an expert claims. Tuesday 25 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18517731&title=Dip+in+UK+unemployment+rate#newsAnchor The UK unemployment rate has fallen to a thirty-year low, despite slowing economic growth. Thursday 20 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18517777&title=Legal+entity+%26%23039%3Bneeded+for+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Three MPs are calling on the Treasury to review the current system of small business taxation. Thursday 20 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18517787&title=Small+firms+urged+to+protect+data+better#newsAnchor SMEs should protect their data better, as data loss can critically affect their operations. Thursday 20 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18515721&title=Small+firms+urged+to+capitalise+on+Olympics#newsAnchor Small firms should take advantage of the opportunities offered by the 2012 Olympic Games, a new report states. Wednesday 19 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18515727&title=LDA+provides+support+for+London%26%23039%3Bs+small+businesses#newsAnchor A new scheme in London is offering smaller firms design support and advice to develop their ideas. Wednesday 19 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18515730&title=Bosses+urged+to+protect+workers+against+RSI#newsAnchor Small companies should do all in their powers to ensure that employees are not placed at risk of developing RSI. Wednesday 19 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18513639&title=Government+strategy+to+boost+enterprise#newsAnchor New proposals to improve Britain's entrepreneurial spirit have been unveiled by the government. Tuesday 18 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18513644&title=Final+call+for+FSB+award+entries#newsAnchor The FSB is urging applicants to submit their details to its annual awards before the deadline. Tuesday 18 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18513651&title=Scottish+jobs+market+remains+buoyant#newsAnchor The jobs market in Scotland continues to grow despite global economic uncertainty. Tuesday 18 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18511338&title=Increase+in+recruitment+of+foreign+IT+professionals#newsAnchor The number of IT professionals recruited from outside the EU has soared over the past year. Monday 17 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18511748&title=SME+owners+urged+to+%26%23039%3Bkeep+accurate+records%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small business bosses are advised by an expert to conduct regular reviews and audits of their operations. Monday 17 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18511754&title=Barriers+%26%23039%3Bstill+exist%26%23039%3B+for+female+entrepreneurs#newsAnchor Female entrepreneurs are still not being give the help and support they need to ensure that their enterprises succeed. Monday 17 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18509269&title=SMEs+welcome+fuel+duty+freeze#newsAnchor A delay on a proposed 2p fuel duty increase in the 2008 Budget has been welcomed by small businesses. Friday 14 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18509912&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bhave+representation+at+government+level%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor SMEs in Britain have representation at government level and more would be unlikely to increase their influence. Friday 14 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18509920&title=New+enterprises+%26%23039%3Bmust+understand+product%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor It is more important that small businesses understand their product than draw up business plans, an expert claims. Friday 14 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18507424&title=Businesses+%26%23039%3Bfailing+to+prepare+for+disaster%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Companies in the UK need to prepare better in order to protect people, data and property in case of disaster, an expert claims. Thursday 13 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18507843&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bshould+view+tax+as+sign+of+success%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor British SMEs should stop worrying about tax and should view it instead as a sign of business success, an expert claims. Thursday 13 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18507845&title=Chancellor+offers+concessions+to+small+businesses#newsAnchor Alistair Darling has announced a number of measures designed to help small businesses in his 2008 Budget. Thursday 13 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18505398&title=One+in+ten+Brits+%26%23039%3Bplan+to+become+self-made+millionaires%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor A significant proportion of Britons believe that they will become millionaires within the next few years. Wednesday 12 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18505400&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bfailing+to+make+most+of+online+sales%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses need to do more to make the most of e-commerce and their websites, experts claim. Wednesday 12 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18505403&title=Funding+for+National+Enterprise+Academy+unveiled#newsAnchor A new National Enterprise Academy is being created as part of a joint initiative between the government and entrepreneur Peter Jones. Wednesday 12 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18503374&title=Recruitment+consultants+%26%23039%3Bwant+more+training%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor UK recruitment consultants believe that their companies should be providing them with more training and support. Tuesday 11 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18503379&title=Graduates+%26%23039%3Bbecoming+more+savvy+about+own+ventures%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Graduates are becoming more aware of the information and support available to them in setting up their own businesses. Tuesday 11 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18503385&title=FSB+brings+together+small+business+owners#newsAnchor Small firms from across the UK will come together at the FSB annual conference in London this month. Tuesday 11 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18501292&title=Small+firms+anxiously+await+2008+Budget#newsAnchor Small businesses are urging the chancellor to lighten the burden on them in this year's Budget. Monday 10 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18501370&title=Call+to+cut+corporation+tax+rises#newsAnchor Small businesses want corporation tax cut to enhance competitiveness in the UK. Monday 10 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18501374&title=Rise+in+applications+for+IT+jobs#newsAnchor Confidence in the IT sector and demand for IT jobs has risen in Britain since the start of the year. Monday 10 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18499302&title=UK+small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bembracing+innovation%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms in Britain are embracing innovation by launching new products and services. Friday 07 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18499307&title=Rise+in+UK+temporary+jobs#newsAnchor The number of temporary jobs available in the UK rose last month. Friday 07 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18499312&title=IT+skills+%26%23039%3Bvital+for+flexibility+in+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms need to improve IT skills in order to adopt the latest flexible working practices. Friday 07 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18497303&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bcould+face+immigration+points+challenge%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The CBI warns that small businesses could face extra costs and challenges with the new immigration system. Thursday 06 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18497320&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bcould+save+money+with+WEEE+compliance%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Many small businesses remain ignorant of the WEEE regulations a year after their introduction. Thursday 06 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18497341&title=Recruiters+%26%23039%3Bcautious%26%23039%3B+about+graduate+job+predictions#newsAnchor British recruiters are wary of figures that predict an increase in graduate employment this year. Thursday 06 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18495287&title=Firms+%26%23039%3Bselect+firsts+and+2%3A1s+for+recruitment%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Organisations are narrowing their options by selecting candidates with firsts or 2:1s, an expert claims. Wednesday 05 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18495928&title=Financial+services+firms+predict+lower+graduate+recruitment#newsAnchor Financial services companies are planning to reduce their graduate recruitment levels this year. Wednesday 05 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18495933&title=Small+businesses+consider+switching+to+mobile+services#newsAnchor The majority of small businesses in Britain or Ireland would consider switching to mobile communications, a new report states. Wednesday 05 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18493291&title=Small+business+sector+records+%26%23039%3Bsteady+progress%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are enjoying healthy growth in the UK, with optimistic plans for the future. Tuesday 04 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18493808&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bfailing+to+conduct+immigration+checks%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are failing to put processes in place to comply with immigration law. Tuesday 04 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18493811&title=Women+%26%23039%3Bunder-represented+in+SME+sector%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Just 14 per cent of small businesses with employees are currently run by women, government figures show. Tuesday 04 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18491208&title=Small+firms+urged+to+adhere+to+breaks+rules#newsAnchor SMEs could face challenges if they fail to adhere to complex rules governing breaks, the HSE warns. Monday 03 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18491751&title=Bosses+of+SMEs+%26%23039%3Bare+not+immigration+officials%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small business bosses should not have to act as immigration officials, the FSB claims. Monday 03 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18491759&title=%26%23039%3BFlexibility+and+work+life+balance%26%23039%3B+key+to+recruitment#newsAnchor Arrangements that enhance the work life balance can boost recruitment success, an expert suggests. Monday 03 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=MLS news&articleid=33&title=MLS+flys+into+Farnborough%21#newsAnchor As part of its continuing expansion, MLS have a new office building in the busy North Hampshire town of Farnborough. Saturday 01 March 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18488887&title=SMEs+urged+to+recognise+migrant+qualifications#newsAnchor Small firms could be missing out on migrant workers by failing to recognise skills and qualifications. Friday 29 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18488889&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bmissing+out+on+%C2%A3563m+in+interest%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses are missing out on millions of pounds in interest by failing to identify the best bank account for them. Friday 29 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18488891&title=Bosses+%26%23039%3Bfear+discipline+because+of+tribunals%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small business managers are concerned that disciplining staff could land them in court. Friday 29 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18486920&title=BCC%3A+Thank+migrant+workers+for+economy+success#newsAnchor The influx of workers from eastern Europe noted in a recent home office report is to thank for the success of the economy, the BCC has said. Thursday 28 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18487101&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Banxious+over+new+Budget%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Ahead of the Budget announcement next month, small businesses in the UK are expressing concern. Thursday 28 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18487134&title=IT+services+group+achieves+best+place+to+work+accolade#newsAnchor The Best Place to Work in the IT services has been named, revealing The Internet Group in the top spot. Thursday 28 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18484813&title=LSC+calls+on+businesses+to+%26%23039%3Bincrease+apprenticeships%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Businesses should look to incorporate apprenticeships into their firms, the LSC has said. Wednesday 27 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18486217&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bcould+be+better+informed+about+resources+for+workers%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The government could communicate with small firms better over the resources available for migrant workers, according to the FSB. Wednesday 27 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18486401&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bcould+be+harmed+by+new+agency+worker+rights%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The Forum of Private Businesses has said that new moves to secure additional rights for temporary workers could harm small firms. Wednesday 27 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18482860&title=VoIP+%26%23039%3Battractive+for+small+firms%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor VoIP can be a useful technology for even the smallest firms, a strategy and management consultancy has suggested. Tuesday 26 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18484068&title=Broadband+speed+%26%23039%3Bimportant+for+British+business%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The competitiveness of Britain's high-speed broadband is important for business in the country, an advisory group has said. Tuesday 26 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18480789&title=Financial+security+%26%23039%3Ba+challenge+for+startups%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The biggest challenge faced by startups is sometimes the challenge of becoming financially secure, according to BT Business. Monday 25 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18481387&title=Family-run+firms+are+%26%23039%3Bbig+contributors+to+society%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor SMEs that are family-run are good contributors to society, according to a law firm. Monday 25 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18478719&title=Small+firms+advised+to+change+energy+provider#newsAnchor Small firms could save hundreds of pounds simply by switching energy provider. Friday 22 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18478905&title=Rapid+growth+for+Somerset-based+enterprise#newsAnchor A company that helps consumers get to grips with new technology has become one of the fastest growing UK enterprises. Friday 22 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18478913&title=%26quot%3BGood+time%26quot%3B+for+SMEs+to+reassess#newsAnchor Small firms are advised that the period after the Christmas rush is ideal for reassessing their operations. Friday 22 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18477258&title=Small+businesses+advised+to+be+honest#newsAnchor SMEs should be honest about any problems and seek advice, an expert claims. Thursday 21 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18477259&title=Economic+uncertainty+%26%23039%3Bcauses+recruitment+dip%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Recruitment figures in Britain have fallen slightly as a result of the credit squeeze. Thursday 21 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18477265&title=Small+business+bosses+%26%23039%3Bsay+no+to+Dragon%26%23039%3Bs+Den%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Many small business owners would not accept an offer of investment from BBC's Dragon's Den. Thursday 21 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18475205&title=SMEs+can+cut+costs+with+%26%23039%3Bright+attitude%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor UK small firms can save large sums by examining their finances carefully, an expert suggests. Wednesday 20 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18475754&title=Government+urged+to+support+SMEs+in+2008+Budget#newsAnchor Small firms want more business-friendly policies from the chancellor this year. Wednesday 20 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18475763&title=SMEs+could+%26quot%3Bget+a+lot+out+of+VoIP%26quot%3B#newsAnchor VoIP technology can have a substantial advantage for small firms. Wednesday 20 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18473049&title=Small+business+IHT+provisions+are+%26%23039%3Brelatively+generous%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Inheritance tax provisions in Britain relating to small firms are unlikely to change, an expert claims. Tuesday 19 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18473117&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bneed+to+realise+potential+of+internet%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses in the UK are still failing to realise the many benefits that the internet can offer them. Tuesday 19 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18473121&title=Many+SMEs+%26%23039%3Bunclear+about+WEEE+legislation%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are being advised to learn about how the European WEEE regulations affect their business. Tuesday 19 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18471192&title=Abilities+of+entrepreneurs+%26%23039%3Bkey+to+business+success%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms success or failure is largely based on the individual abilities of entrepreneurs, an expert claims. Monday 18 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18471354&title=REC+welcomes+reports+of+new+agency+workers+commission#newsAnchor The government is believed to be exploring the possibility of creating a commission to look into agency workers' rights. Monday 18 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18471357&title=SMEs+urged+to+vote+for+business-friendly+MPs#newsAnchor Small firms have an opportunity to acknowledge the work of MPs and MEPs that support local businesses. Monday 18 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18469041&title=Britain%26%23039%3Bs+IT+skills+shortage+increases#newsAnchor IT skills shortages in Britain are becoming more acute, a new report states. Friday 15 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18469042&title=Regions+of+UK+%26%23039%3Bcompeting+with+each+other+for+investment%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The various regions of Britain all compete with one another for investment, an expert suggests. Friday 15 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18469043&title=Smaller+firms+offer+%26quot%3Bvery+valuable%26quot%3B+work+experience#newsAnchor Graduates and students should consider work experience with small businesses as it can prove "very valuable". Friday 15 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18467143&title=Small+firms+call+for+fuel+duty+freeze#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are adding their voices to calls for a freeze on fuel duty. Thursday 14 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18467553&title=Skills+shortage+fuelling+graduate+finance+wages#newsAnchor A current skills shortage in the finance and accounting industry is likely to fuel wage increases, new research shows. Thursday 14 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Market trends&articleid=18467556&title=UK+unemployment+rate+continues+to+fall#newsAnchor The number of unemployed people in Britain is continuing to fall, despite the recent economic slowdown. Thursday 14 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18465502&title=Demand+for+office+space+in+London+grows#newsAnchor A UK landlord has reported that demand for office space in London is increasing. Wednesday 13 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18465508&title=SME+owners+%26%23039%3Btaking+advantage+of+internet+opportunities%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small business owners are making the most of internet opportunities to improve their performance and competitiveness. Wednesday 13 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18465521&title=Family+businesses+%26%23039%3Baccount+for+two+thirds+of+private+firms%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor A large number of Britain's SMEs are family run businesses, new research shows. Wednesday 13 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18463467&title=Employers+%26%23039%3Blinking+pay+to+performance%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Private sector bosses are increasingly choosing to link pay rises to performance. Tuesday 12 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18463472&title=Rise+in+discrepancies+on+CVs+detected#newsAnchor The number of errors and omissions on CVs in Britain is increasing, a new report states. Tuesday 12 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18463483&title=SMEs+report+growth+in+orders#newsAnchor Small manufacturers in Britain have reported strong performance over the last months of 2007, the CBI claims. Tuesday 12 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18461662&title=Businesses+call+for+rate+cuts#newsAnchor Business leaders are urging the Bank of England to cut interest rates further to stimulate growth. Monday 11 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18461676&title=Small+businesses+need+to+ensure+health+and+safety+compliance#newsAnchor Small firms urged to ensure compliance with all UK health and safety standards. Monday 11 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18463160&title=New+legislation+will+force+SMEs+to+become+a+%26%23039%3Bpseudo+immigration+officer%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The Federation of Small Businesses has said that new legislation could force SMEs to act as "pseudo immigration officers". Monday 11 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18459400&title=Legislative+changes+affecting+SMEs+%C2%91must+be+publicised%C2%92#newsAnchor SMEs are becoming confused by too many sources of information on legislative change. Friday 08 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18459420&title=Small+businesses+%C2%91should+pay+attention+to+chip+and+pin+machines%C2%92#newsAnchor SMEs should know what chip and pin devices look like in order to detect fraud. Friday 08 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18459425&title=Organisations+%26%23039%3Bfocused+on+retention%26%23039%3B+for+2008#newsAnchor HR managers see retention of talent as their key challenge in 2008, followed by recruitment. Friday 08 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18457718&title=Employment+tribunals+%26%23039%3Bmore+difficult%26%23039%3B+for+small+firms#newsAnchor Tribunals are costly and more difficult for smaller businesses, an expert claims. Thursday 07 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18457726&title=Faster+rates+relief+call+for+small+firms+in+Scotland#newsAnchor FSB Scotland wants politicians to speed up the implementation of rates relief for small businesses. Thursday 07 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18457746&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bremain+optimistic%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Many SMEs and predicting higher sales and profits in 2008, despite current economic uncertainty. Thursday 07 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18455870&title=Free+green+advice+on+offer+to+UK+recruitment+firms#newsAnchor Recruitment companies are being urged to save paper and adopt greener practices. Wednesday 06 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18455881&title=SMEs+urged+to+make+offices+greener#newsAnchor Small firms have a key role to play in embracing green practices, an environmental campaigner suggests. Wednesday 06 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18455886&title=Smaller+firms+%26%23039%3Bcan+be+better+at+accomodating+carers%26%23039%3B+needs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Many SMEs are helping staff who are carers by embracing a common sense approach to flexible working. Wednesday 06 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18453940&title=SMEs+advised+to+shop+around+for+insurance#newsAnchor Small businesses should examine policies carefully and ensure they are fully covered when purchasing insurance. Tuesday 05 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18453997&title=FSB+tackles+crimes+against+small+firms#newsAnchor A new campaign aims to encourage small firms to report all crimes against them. Tuesday 05 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18454011&title=Government+urged+to+commit+to+SME+specific+training#newsAnchor Ministers should ensure that new initiatives take the training needs of SMEs into account, experts claim. Tuesday 05 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18451891&title=FPB+urges+government+to+keep+SMEs+in+mind#newsAnchor The government has been encouraged to keep the interests of small businesses at the heart of enterprise policy despite personnel changes. Monday 04 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18453097&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bwaste+months%26%23039%3B+on+admin#newsAnchor BT has revealed that half of small businesses are wasting as much as 24 days a year on non-core business activities. Monday 04 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=MLS news&articleid=25&title=Desks+in+The+City%21#newsAnchor MLS have signed the landmark location Dowgate Hill House for 2008, to add to their already popular City of London business centre network. Friday 01 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18449319&title=Economy+%26%23039%3Bcould+persuade+workers+to+stay+in+jobs+longer%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Economic uncertainty and improved work conditions could persuade employees to stay in their jobs longer. Friday 01 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18449348&title=CGT+changes+%26%23039%3Bgood+for+small+businesses%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Changes to the CGT system are being introduced that will benefit small businesses, an expert claims. Friday 01 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18449359&title=New+government+skills+initiative+welcomed+by+recruitment+sector#newsAnchor New plans to develop at-work qualifications in the private sector have been welcomed by recruitment experts. Friday 01 February 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18448242&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bshould+understand+discrimination+laws%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor SMEs are advised to familiarise themselves fully with new anti-discrimination legislation. Thursday 31 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18448449&title=Small+firms+urged+to+encrypt+data+for+security#newsAnchor Britain's small businesses should ensure that data is encrypted to protect their customers and their own operations. Thursday 31 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18445081&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bshould+understand+discrimination+laws%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Bosses of smaller firms should ensure that they know what questions they can and cannot ask in interviews. Wednesday 30 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18444511&title=Online+forum+launched+by+FPB#newsAnchor The FPB has created a new online forum specifically for small business owners containing advice and information. Tuesday 29 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18444517&title=UK+firms+%26%23039%3Bbecoming+more+environmentally+aware%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor British SMEs are becoming increasingly aware of the need to protect the environment, a new report states. Tuesday 29 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18442700&title=SMEs+urged+to+take+advantage+of+Olympic+opportunities#newsAnchor Small firms are being urged to take advantage of the opportunities available for them in connection with the London 2012 Olympics. Monday 28 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18442703&title=Small+firms+advised+to+switch+energy+providers#newsAnchor Small businesses could save themselves hundreds of pounds by changing energy provider. Monday 28 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18442707&title=Industry+warned+of+HR+skills+shortage#newsAnchor The recruitment industry is being warned that a skills gap in the HR sector is growing. Monday 28 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18441082&title=Small+firms+welcome+government+U-turn+on+CGT#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain have welcomed a government decision to back down on CGT changes. Friday 25 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18441084&title=Credit+squeeze+%26%23039%3Bwill+have+little+effect+on+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms are being advised that they will not be affected too much by the global credit crunch. Friday 25 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18439145&title=Female+graduates+urged+to+embrace+entrepreneurship#newsAnchor Female graduates can broaden their options by considering entrepreneurship on leaving university. Thursday 24 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18439148&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bshould+take+advantage+of+free+advice%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms could save millions by taking advantage of free advice from Business Link. Thursday 24 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18439151&title=New+Year+%26%23039%3Bsparks+frenzy+of+CV+rewriting%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Workers tend to start rewriting their CVs in the new year, causing a 'recruitment rush'. Thursday 24 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18437529&title=SMEs+urged+to+target+existing+customers+with+direct+marketing#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain should target direct marketing at both existing and new customers. Wednesday 23 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18437534&title=Recruitment+agencies+%26%23039%3Bgood+resource%26%23039%3B+for+small+businesses#newsAnchor Recruitment agencies can provide key services to SMEs that they may not have in-house. Wednesday 23 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18437543&title=UK+employment+%26%23039%3Bup+sharply+over+last+quarter%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The number of people employed in Britain rose at the end of 2007, while the unemployment rate fell. Wednesday 23 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18435681&title=%26%23039%3BKeegan+factor%26%23039%3B+could+fuel+work+comebacks#newsAnchor Kevin Keegan's return to Newcastle United could spark a spate of career comebacks across the UK, experts suggest. Tuesday 22 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18436174&title=Numbers+of+older+entrepreneurs+%26%23039%3Bgrowing%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The number of people over the age of 50 choosing to start up their own business is growing, with many influenced by television. Tuesday 22 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18436180&title=Self-employed+urged+to+ensure+they+are+insured#newsAnchor Britons are massively underinsured and self-employed people should ensure that they are fully covered in case they cannot work. Tuesday 22 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18433860&title=UK+witnesses+strong+growth+in+online+recruitment#newsAnchor Online recruitment activity in the UK rose sharply last month, new figures show. Monday 21 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18433914&title=SMBs+%26%23039%3Bneed+new+income+generators+this+year%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Firms in Britain are urged to discover new ways of generating income and cutting costs this year. Monday 21 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18433920&title=Small+firms+urged+to+report+all+crimes#newsAnchor The FSB has unveiled a new campaign calling on small firms to report all crimes against them, however minor. Monday 21 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18431850&title=Start-ups+reminded+of+%26%23039%3Bneed+to+register%26%23039%3B+with+HMRC#newsAnchor Businesses that have started up recently have been reminded of the need to register with HMRC. Friday 18 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18433192&title=SMEs+urged+to+look+around+for+a+good+accountant#newsAnchor The Forum of Private Businesses has called on small businesses to shop around for an accountant. Friday 18 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18430100&title=UK+small+firms+%26%23039%3Binvest+in+IT%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small firms in the UK are spending billions on IT, new research shows. Thursday 17 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18430154&title=Recruiters+advised+that+pensions+top+benefits+lists#newsAnchor Employers need to tailor benefits packages to employees' needs, a new report claims. Thursday 17 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18430157&title=Welsh+firm+expands+office+space#newsAnchor A small business in Wales has expanded its office space as part of plans to grow its operations. Thursday 17 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18428305&title=Small+businesses+should+be+%26%23039%3Bclever%26%23039%3B+when+choosing+domains#newsAnchor Small firms are advised to select 'clever' domains and optimise websites to attract maximum traffic. Wednesday 16 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18428311&title=UK+companies+%26%23039%3Bplanning+office+expansion%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Despite current economic conditions, many British firms plan to expand their offices over the next six months. Wednesday 16 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18428318&title=Entrepreneurs+advised+to+file+tax+returns+on+time#newsAnchor Self-employed people in the UK are being urged to send in their tax returns by the end of the month. Wednesday 16 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18426457&title=New+fast-track+trade+mark+service+to+benefit+SMEs#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Britain will benefit from a new fast track service for trade mark applications that will be launched this April. Tuesday 15 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18426633&title=Report+criticises+government%26%23039%3Bs+small+business+policies#newsAnchor A new study will be published next month that hits out at government taxation policies in relation to SMEs. Tuesday 15 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18426639&title=UK+recruitment+%26%23039%3Bremains+strong%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Despite current economic uncertainty, recruitment in Britain is likely to weather the storm. Tuesday 15 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18424772&title=Disabled+entrepreneurs+%26%23039%3Bface+unique+challenges%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Disabled people choosing to set up their own businesses face a unique range of challenges to doing so, according to a consultant. Monday 14 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18424775&title=New+act+to+clamp+down+on+employment+of+illegal+immigrants#newsAnchor A new act will clamp down on employers that are employing illegal immigrants from next month when it comes into force. Monday 14 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18424779&title=Row+over+%26%23039%3Bbogus+entrepreneur%26%23039%3B+on+Big+Brother#newsAnchor A furore has been caused over the latest version of reality television show Big Brother after it emerged that housemate Liam Young might be a 'fake entrepreneur'. Monday 14 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18422664&title=Communication+%26quot%3Bcritical%26quot%3B+in+staff+training#newsAnchor It is vital that employers using the internet to train workers ensure that staff are made aware that the information is available. Friday 11 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18422673&title=Government+aims+to+make+firms+aware+of+minimum+wage#newsAnchor The government is attempting to ensure that small businesses, recruitment companies and enterprises across Britain are aware of changes to the national minimum wage (NMW). Friday 11 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18422675&title=UK+%26quot%3Ba+good+place%26quot%3B+to+start+a+new+business#newsAnchor Britain has been described as a "good place" to start a new enterprise, with setting up a business in the UK "mercifully quite an easy thing to do". Friday 11 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18420730&title=Small+firms+call+for+EU+Treaty+referendum#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are calling for a referendum on the new EU Reform Treaty, amid concerns about the possibility that it could affect UK industrial relations. Thursday 10 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=IT telecoms&articleid=18421034&title=SMEs+could+improve+broadband+by+refining+connection#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may be able to boost their broadband speeds simply by refining current connections, according to an internet expert.
Thursday 10 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18421047&title=Effective+inter-personal+skills+%26%23039%3Bvital%26%23039%3B+to+business+success#newsAnchor Having good and effective inter-personal skills and developing human relationships are vital tools within the business environment, a small business expert suggests. Thursday 10 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18418769&title=Small+businesses+%26%23039%3Bshould+know+their+carbon+footprint%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses can benefit from knowing their carbon footprint and having a solid policy related to this in place, according to a carbon management firm. Wednesday 09 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18419557&title=2008+expected+to+be+%26%23039%3Byear+of+cost+rises%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The next 12 months are expected to be characterised by a rise in costs for small businesses, according to a bank. Wednesday 09 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18419559&title=Small+businesses+advised+to+reduce+bills#newsAnchor The Forum of Private Businesses has urged small firms to make sure they are getting the best deal on energy rates. Wednesday 09 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18417005&title=Rail+fare+rises+place+%26quot%3Binflationary+pressure%26quot%3B+on+SMEs#newsAnchor Above inflation increases in UK rail fares will put "inflationary pressure" on small businesses in Britain. Tuesday 08 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18417088&title=Small+businesses+urged+to+talk+to+banks#newsAnchor Small business owners should talk directly to their banks when seeking financial help, rather than simply filling out applications forms, an expert claims. Tuesday 08 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18417089&title=Reducing+CO2+emissions+%26%23039%3Bhelps+SMEs+cut+costs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain can significantly reduce their impact on the environment and their costs at the same time, the Carbon Trust states. Tuesday 08 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18415294&title=Teen+earns+%C2%A375k+from+bedroom#newsAnchor A 16-year-old schoolboy is running a business generating £75,000 over the past year from his bedroom in Newcastle. Monday 07 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18415299&title=Government+small+business+adviser+leaves+over+policy#newsAnchor One of the leading small business advisers to the British government has quit his post because he believes that the government is not listening adequately to the views of smaller firms. Monday 07 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18415303&title=Patent+law+changes+%26%23039%3Bprovide+clarity+for+SMEs%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Changes to patent legislation in Britain will provide small businesses with greater clarity. Monday 07 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18413486&title=Small+businesses+oppose+post+office+closures#newsAnchor The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has warned that small firms could be hit hard by post office closures in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Friday 04 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18413928&title=Recruitment+sector+faces+%26%23039%3Bchallenges%26%23039%3B+in+2008#newsAnchor The recruitment industry in Britain is facing a series of challenges this year, caused by a possible economic downturn, new regulation from both the EU and the government and trade union disputes. Friday 04 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18413935&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bto+benefit+from+new+tax+breaks%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Britain will benefit from significant changes being made to tax relief for investment in assets.

Friday 04 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18411531&title=%26%23039%3BTough+year%26%23039%3B+predicted+for+UK+small+businesses#newsAnchor Small firms in Britain could face a "difficult year" in 2008, a leading business expert has warned, predicting a slowdown this year. Thursday 03 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18412041&title=Majority+of+SMEs+%26%23039%3Btaking+green+action%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The vast majority of small businesses in Britain are taking some form of action to preserve the environment and promote green concerns, a new poll reveals. Thursday 03 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18412046&title=Entrepreneurs+urged+to+file+tax+returns+on+time#newsAnchor The deadline for self assessment tax returns is approaching at the end of the month and the government has called on all self-employed business owners to ensure that they adhere to it. Thursday 03 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18409854&title=Small+businesses+draw+up+New+Year+wish+list#newsAnchor The New Year wish list among small businesses in Devon and Cornwall for 2008 includes reductions in fuel prices, a reduction in red tape and interest rate cuts. Wednesday 02 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18410170&title=Long+Christmas+break+%26%23039%3Bcosts+businesses+%C2%A316bn%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor This year's long Christmas and New Year break is expected to cost the British economy as much as £1.2 billion a day in lost productivity, new figures show. Wednesday 02 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18410173&title=Government+funding+for+tech+SMEs+%26%23039%3Bmust+be+less+risk+averse%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor The government needs to adjust the way in which it funds small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the technology sector.
Wednesday 02 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=MLS news&articleid=24&title=Mondays+are+madness+at+MLS+Venue#newsAnchor MLS Venue introduce a new incentive scheme for clients who meet at the top of the week! Tuesday 01 January 2008 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18409517&title=Pensions+talks+restart#newsAnchor Small firms should combine a number of different marketing techniques to help them expand, an expert has claimed. Monday 31 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18408397&title=More+women+%26%23039%3Bstarting+own+businesses%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor A growing number of women are starting their own businesses, though more men still run small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) than women. Friday 28 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18408400&title=SMEs+advised+to+cut+costs+for+2008#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are being urged to reduce their costs wherever possible in order to assure their success in 2008. Friday 28 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18407271&title=Small+firms+%26%23039%3Bpositive%26%23039%3B+about+2008#newsAnchor Small businesses in Britain are generally feeling good about the year ahead, according to a poll by Alliance & Leicester Commercial Bank. Thursday 27 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18405946&title=FSB+criticises+latest+Competition+Commission+move#newsAnchor The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has hit out at the decision by the Competition Commission to lift temporary price controls. Monday 24 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Recruitment&articleid=18405984&title=SMEs+a+%26%23039%3Bgrowth+area+for+online+recruitment%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) represent a major growth market for the online recruitment sector, according to a business expert. Monday 24 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18403665&title=Energy+efficiency+%26%23039%3Bcan+boost+cost+efficiency%26%23039%3B+for+SMEs#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Britain can benefit financially from going green, according to Envirowise. Friday 21 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=Financial services&articleid=18403975&title=Firms+advised+to+keep+Islamic+financial+services+separate#newsAnchor Companies in Britain must be aware that Islamic finance and conventional UK financial services may operate "side by side" but must remain separate. Friday 21 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18403980&title=%26%23039%3BLosing+heart%26%23039%3B+to+blame+for+most+small+business+failures#newsAnchor Most business failures of small companies are because of owners losing heart or having hopes dashed rather than financial problems. Friday 21 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18401698&title=University+%26%23039%3Bcan+boost+entrepreneurs%26%23039%3B+confidence%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Going to university can significantly improve the confidence of would-be entrepreneurs. Thursday 20 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18401702&title=Small+firms+welcome+Companies+Act#newsAnchor The Companies Act 2006 is a "good move" and one that can be considered deregulatory, according to the FSB. Thursday 20 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18401705&title=SMEs+%26%23039%3Bmissing+out+on+%C2%A3125m+in+tax+credits%26%23039%3B#newsAnchor Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Britain are missing out on an estimated £125 million each year by failing to claim research and development (R&D) tax credits. Thursday 20 December 2007 12:00:00 AM http://mlsbusinesscentres.com/news.php?category=SME news&articleid=18399956&title=Plans+to+encourage+h