The construction industry is a traditional measure of economic growth. Generally, when it’s doing well, the economy is doing well. The latest figures for some parts of the construction sector make grim reading, however. This might lead you to think that SMEs must be in a pinch as well. But this isn...

Small and medium-sized businesses contribute a great deal to the UK economy. The sector is worth more than £200 billion a year, and this will rise to £240 billion by 2025. Additionally, UK SMEs are in a period of optimistic, extremely encouraging growth.

However, despite all of the positive forecas...

When it comes to finding and retaining the best talent, SMEs can find it hard, with research suggesting four out of five SMEs find recruiting a uphill task. Bigger competitors often snap up the most talented graduates in the most in-demand fields, as they have the reach and funds to secure almost a...