Company insolvencies rose by 37.7% in March

Insolvencies are higher than pre-pandemic levels.

Rural SMEs struggle with business costs

37% of firms reported a 10% increase in operating costs.

UK economy saw no growth in February

Economic outlook “brighter than expected”, despite slow progress.

IMF predicts interest rates will fall to pre-pandemic levels

Interest rates will ease when inflation is under control.

Business confidence rises in March

IoD report suggests UK economy grew strongly.