AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUK Microbusinesses: Firms with fewer than 10 staff generate £868bn in annual turnover and support 3.8 million jobs, new research finds. Their backers say these businesses are overlooked in policymaking and want lower employment taxes and changes to business rates. Northern Ireland Finance: Fifty-seven SMEs have secured £2.4m through the Small Business Loan Fund since its launch last year, offering a source of finance beyond traditional lending. Energy Costs: UK manufacturers can apply for up to 25% off power bills, with an additional first-year payment — welcome relief for firms facing high operating costs. Tax and Compliance: Hungary’s proposed flat-tax reform would let small sole traders invoice companies again and lift the revenue ceiling to 22 million forints, but adds a 15% burden on business-to-business invoices. Spain’s delayed Verifactu invoicing rules are also set to affect SMEs and self-employed businesses. Cash Flow: SMEs are urging the UK government to strengthen late-payment protections, as delayed invoices continue to strain business finances.
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