TRENDING | HSM Podcast S2E7 - Message to the New PM
With the autumn Budget on the horizon, this episode is a clear message to Number 10: independent retailers deserve the same level of support as the businesses making headlines.
Campaign Focus | VAT & low-value imports
Andrew Goodacre reacts to the government's 'pathetic' shortening of the timeframe on closing loophole for low-value imports by just 6 months, as well as an update on advocacy against VAT fraud.
Finance & Payments
Guidance to help you keep on top of everything from banking to spotting counterfeit banknotes.
Employment & HR
Key information on contracts, staff training and more, including expert guidance from WorkNest.
Legislation & Policy
Helpful content what matters to independent retailers on Government policy.
Sales & Marketing
Quick guides and in-depth detail to help your business compete and thrive - whether instore or online.
Series Spotlight
Getting Started on Social Media - the basics for a small business
Social media can be daunting. But whether you’re just starting or looking to refresh your existing pages, a little effort in the right areas can go a long way.
Guidance Spotlight
Banking Hubs: What happens when the last bank in the high street closes?
Resource Hubs
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Find a host of relevant detail on vital topics for independent retailers, including employment & HR, finance, cyber security, health and safety, legislation and policy and more.
Discover our resource hubs today.
Employment Rights Bill Hub
With new employment law sweeping through Parliament, don't be left in the dark.
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Latest Resources
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Martyn's Law: 10 questions independent retailers are asking
Martyn’s Law sets new standards to protect the public from terrorism — here’s how small businesses can prepare for the changes.
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Could Your Next New Hire Come with £3,000 of Support?
Available to employers across Great Britain, the grant provides £3,000 for each eligible young person recruited, alongside recruitment support from Jobcentre Plus.
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Campaign Focus | What could a new PM mean for the high street?
What could be different for independent high street businesses up and down the UK following the appoitment of Andy Burnham as the new Prime Minister?
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Business rates punish companies 'simply for existing' - the time for tinkering is over
I am often asked one simple question: why do business rates provoke so much anger among independent retailers? Read Bira CEO Andrew Goodacre's piece on business rates in full.