Economic factors outside our control can sometimes have an impact on business. In this section we look at how fiscal activity affects business, the implications of government policy, and how you can prepare your business and understand your market, as well as the wider business environment.
The Expert's View: Closure of Business Growth Service
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Richard Harrison offers a candid view of the implications for providers and SMEs of the Business Growth Service closure, including GrowthAccelerator and MAS
Terminating an Executive Officer After TARP Funding
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What are the consequences for terminating an executive officer in a US firm that has accepted Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) government funding?
Selling Products Globally
— Read More — Selling Products GloballyAre you aware that by selling goods to consumers in Europe – you are governed by the EU distance selling rules for VAT? What are these rules?
How Markets and Trade Relations Affect Business
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Learn how changes in business markets and trade relations (as a result of both domestic and international politics) can significantly affect a business.
How Does Government Type Affect My Business?
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Government type (dictatorship, democracy, monarchy, etc) can have many significant affects on the way you manage and operate your business.
Introduction to the CMA
— Read More — Introduction to the CMATake a look at what the The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) does and what areas are covered by its regulations.
Basics of Competition
— Read More — Basics of CompetitionYou probably think you already know about your competitors. But do you understand the basics of competition and how you can beat them?
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