New research suggests that almost half of British consumers are unable to maintain their current lifestyle due to the rising cost of living and many are changing brands and making cut-backs as a result.

The government has unveiled more details of its support for businesses and public sector organisations facing rising energy bills.

The Federation of Small Businesses, the British Chambers of Commerce and the Institute of Directors have welcomed the pro-business measures announced today by the chancellor of the exchequer.

Almost half of hybrid workers say they plan to go into their office more often this winter to save money on energy bills.

Google searches for "side hustle ideas" are up 326% as Brits look for ways to pay for rising living costs.

Prime minister Liz Truss has unveiled plans to cap energy prices for consumers and businesses but there are fears that the timeframe for business support is too short.

Women who run their own businesses across the UK are being encouraged to apply for a place in a line-up of Britain's 100 most impressive female entrepreneurs.

Almost half (47%) of SMEs want to see the government introduce energy grants, as the 'cost of doing business' reaches record highs.

Some small businesses have already had to shut up shop because of soaring energy bills and others are finding that energy companies are refusing to supply them because of fears they could go bust.

Business insolvencies are on the rise and more than half of small firms expect to stagnate, shrink or fold in the coming year, according to a new poll conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses.