UK Businesses Face Financial Stress Amid Rising Costs
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 08:30 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
The number of UK businesses in 'critical financial distress' has increased by a third over the past year due to tax rises, staff costs, and shaky consumer confidence. Hospitality and leisure firms are particularly affected.
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