Business Insights

Late payment proposals target large businesses

The government has unveiled a new set of measures designed to tackle later payments and large businesses that abuse their position in the market.

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Insolvency risk keeps climbing for Yorkshire retailers

Nearly half of retail outlets in Yorkshire and the Humber are currently deemed to be above average risk of insolvency, the latest figures show.

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Business rate increases could put more firms at risk

Business rates are set to climb even higher in 2019, potentially putting more businesses under financial strain, according to new analysis.

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North East insolvency risk levels jump 7% in 2018

More firms are now operating in the North East than at the start of the quarter, although the number facing an elevated insolvency risk has also risen, new figures show.

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Carillion collapse caused surge in insolvency

Construction insolvencies surged by 20% following the collapse of Carillion in early 2018, new figures show.

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