SME government loan values decline. 03/06/2019. Worryingly, it has been reported that SME government loan values have declined. The value of bank loans being offered to small and medium-sized businesses through the government’s flagship small business lending scheme has dropped

Late payment problems lead to redundancies at electrical and mechancial contractor. 31st May 2019. Late payment problems have lead to redundancies at Star Services (Southern). The Wiltshire based Mechanical & Electrical services specialist, Star Services (Southern) has made the “majority”

Loophole leaves late payment reporting requirements unfit for purpose 29th May 2019. MPs have pointed out that a loophole in the  late payment reporting requirements means they are unfit for purpose. MPs and SME representatives are calling for legislation designed

Are we witnessing the demise of the secure blue chip debtor? David Hawkins, 28th May 2019. Are we witnessing the demise of the secure blue chip debtor? Recent events, notably the liquidation of British Steel, the problems experienced by Thomas

G4S being investigated. 24/5/2019. The Late payment watchdog criticises G4S. Leading outsourcing group G4S has been accused by the small business commissioner of “persistent late payment” towards one of its suppliers and its payment practices are being investigated. G4S’s place