If you're considering buying a small business it might help to look at what's on the market in Scotland rather than just in England.
According to research published in a consultation document from the Scottish government, SMEs win around 78 per cent of public sector contracts in Scotland, compared to just 13.7 per cent from central government and 49 per cent from local government in England.
However, Scotland i... Continue Reading
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector are still reporting levels of growth despite reports of a continued downturn.
The latest Manufacturing Advisory Services (MAS) National Barometer found that 53 per cent of respondents claimed to have seen orders grow in the last six months, while the same number anticipated a further upturn between now and the end of 2012.
The research showed that a th... Continue Reading
The Yew Tree Inn, a historic pub in Ednaston, is to be put on the market after its owners have announced their plans to retire.
The inn and lodge was purchased by former Derby County owner Lionel Pickering to save it from demolition but since his death in 2006 the establishment has been run by a trust. The executors of the trust have now decided that the time has come to sell up after Mr Pickering's appointed landlords – Haral... Continue Reading
A local pub that has been up for sale in the Oldbury area, prompting some concern among local residents about its future usage.
The Ship Inn has been on the market for a year and a half but has now been taken by an unknown buyer and is set to close on 5 September.
The property struggled to keep a steady flow of business, partly due to the popularity of its rival, the Anchor Inn, the local Gazette reported. It was origin... Continue Reading
It appears that the tough trading conditions of late are having a negative impact on smaller manufacturers as research suggests that sentiment is deteriorating.
The latest quarterly SME Trends Survey from the CBI received 359 responses, with 28 per cent of manufacturers reporting that output volumes fell in the three months to July, while just 23 per cent reported that they had risen. This marks the first fall in the balance since Oc... Continue Reading
A nightclub in Leeds has been put on the market, offering an unusual opportunity for the right buyer.
Stinky's Peephouse is a three-storey building in Leeds city centre and operates as a 700-capacity night club. The location is close to other arts and entertainment venues, including West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds College of Music and BBC Radio Leeds.
It has operated as a nightclub for several years now and has host... Continue Reading
The site where the pub Ancient Briton stood in Tunstall has been cleared but even with the low auction price of £100,000 it has failed to sell.
Locals are keen for a developer to take on the property as it has been unused for several years and is becoming something of an eyesore. Indeed, residents are angered at the latest failure to find a buyer.
City councillor Dave Conway lives near the site. He told The Sentinel: �... Continue Reading
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are worried about the state of the economy and reports have suggested that some have even considered shutting up shop.
The latest Zurich SME Risk Index revealed that 11 per cent of firms in the UK have considered closing down in the last three months due to the impact of the current economic situation. A further 84 per cent are concerned about the country's climate, with 38 per cent stat... Continue Reading
The Tan House pub, located in Shirenewton, Monmouthshire, has been sold for around £225,000 to a businessman with experience in the pub trade.
The property was marketed by Christie's and Co after its owners Pubfolio Ltd went into administration.
Nicholas Calfe, local director, handled the sale and reported that the businessman, Mark Dew, was not the only interested party, with a number of locals keen to use the sit... Continue Reading
A total of five JD Wetherspoon pubs have been put up for sale as the business seeks to offload some of its assets.
The premises are a mixture of leasehold and freehold properties and are located across England.
The Eastgate pub in Northampton is one of the more expensive properties at £975,000. It has open plan bars spread across two floors. A large single-storey open plan establishment in Portsmouth, the White Swan, i... Continue Reading
Business deals for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could be on the rise thanks to a trade deal between the US and the European Union.
The framework of the Transatlantic Economic Council, stakeholders and government representatives have agreed to “facilitate SMEs presence in both continents” in a bid to support business development and growth.
The main areas of focus are to be the exploration of mutual abi... Continue Reading
A pub in Workington town centre is on the market, advertised as being a well-known stop on the town's drinking 'circuit'.
The Yankees pub on Washington Street pub has been operated by the Walker family since 1986 but the time has come for its owners to sell-up and move on as they look to their retirement.
Buyers might be interested to learn that the sale is due to retirement rather than business problems ... Continue Reading
A boutique hotel in Penarth is up for sale after over a year of ceased trading.
The luxurious property closed in May 2011 due to adverse trading conditions and has now been listed for sale.
Built in the 1920s, the unique property has 14 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms, a number of kitchens, dining areas and lounges. In addition, there are also views across the channel from a sun terrace, as well as a spa with hydro-therapy poo... Continue Reading
Small business owners know that things have to change when money is tight. But the recession provided some valuable lessons on where to focus spending during these difficult trading periods.
Recent research from the NFIB, Chase Bank and the Center for Women's Business Research has revealed what female small business owners did to keep things moving.
The study found that 45 per cent of female business owners said the... Continue Reading
A landmark pub in Shropshire is up for sale after having closed its doors late last year.
The Bottle and Glass, located in Picklescott, near Church Stretton, is on the market for £245,000 and it is hoped that the business will receive a new lease of life from whoever opts to buy it.
Landlady Paula Gurney closed the doors last year after a slump in trade followed rising fuel costs and economic troubles. However, the Grad... Continue Reading
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