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[09.03.10] Sir James Dyson's hi-tech message for Britain does come out in the wash
Britain can't PR its way out of the financial black hole, says Sir James Dyson in typically blunt fashion.
[08.03.10] China defends UK company Strix's intellectual property rights
The decision by a Chinese court to uphold a British company's intellectual property rights has been welcomed as leading international patent experts gather in London this week to warn that processing backlogs could hinder the commercial exploitation of new technology.
[08.03.10] BBC has too much 'fluff' for entrepreneurs, says Sanchita Saha
Bringing Vanessa Feltz her lunch every day did not put Sanchita Saha off the BBC. Rather, it was the feeling her entrepreneurial spirit was draining away. Having helped to launch BBC Radio 1's black music station 1Xtra, she decided to get out before it was too late.
[08.03.10] Government to speed up reform of overseas tax
Businesses may have to rethink their overseas expansion plans after the Treasury signalled it would accelerate plans to reform the way that it taxes the profits earned by companies' foreign branches.
[08.03.10] Government-backed KeTech Group parts company with chief executive John Kearney
The owner of the controversial private electronics company backed by one of Lord Mandelson's key business support initiatives has stepped down from his role as chief executive.
[08.03.10] Lord Mandelson's £75m Capital for Enterprise Fund is on course, say managers
The Government's £75m Capital for Enterprise Fund (CFE) will be fully invested by the end of March as planned and has proven that demand exists for longer-term investments, its fund managers say.
[07.03.10] Just because you enjoy your job doesn't mean you deserve a lower salary
The management column. Straight-talking, common sense from the front line with John Timpson
[05.03.10] Ask the insurance expert
From cracks in the walls to company cars and holiday insurance, Malcolm Tarling has the answers.
[05.03.10] Tough new bribery rules require planning
Companies of all sizes need to prepare for new legislation that will require directors to show that they have acted within the law
[05.03.10] Children's clothing shops among 57,000 hit by VAT stealth tax
More than 57,000 small businesses have been hit with higher tax bills after the taxman quietly increased the amount of VAT they have to pay under a flat rate scheme.
[01.03.10] Taxman forces slimmers to put on weight
Weight Watchers tax case win gives HM Revenue Customs green light to tackle other claims of self-employment
[01.03.10] General Election: Tories lack real authority to run country
The Conservatives have yet to convince the business community that they have the necessary authority and conviction to run the country says Miles Templeman from the Institute of Directors
[27.02.10] Bright Ideas: portable crazy golf idea has come a fair way
Iain Fox's bright idea came during a game of crazy golf.
[27.02.10] Boat firm on the crest of a wave
Ian Gilmour had several failed enterprises before hitting success with Pelican Consulting followed by Pelican Racing four years later.
[26.02.10] You ask the benefits expert
Lee Healey answers all your questions on what benefits you are entitled to.