Business News

16 September 2025

What does the Government’s plan for small businesses mean for you?

The Government’s plan for small businesses, also known as The Backing Your Business Plan, is being introduced to support SMEs growth and development. The plan has

16 September 2025

Just over half a year left to prepare for MTD for Income Tax – Act now

The Government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is now only a matter of months away. It is important that you are prepared and understand

16 September 2025

How have the increases in employment costs affected wage growth and hiring?

When the Chancellor unveiled £26 billion in additional taxes and higher employer National Insurance contributions (NIC) last autumn, the impact on business confidence was immediate. Businesses

16 September 2025

The danger of uncertainty – How the economy and Autumn Budget may be holding back investment

With UK growth slowing to just 0.3 per cent in Q2, business confidence is fragile. Momentum has faded after a surge in exports ahead of new

16 September 2025

Government may be setting sights on Inheritance Tax

The Treasury is reportedly revisiting Inheritance Tax (IHT) as ministers hunt for extra revenue. While the Chancellor considers several options, IHT reforms remain a likely avenue,

16 September 2025

Could your latest LinkedIn post expose you to tax penalties?

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed it uses AI to scan social media posts as part of criminal investigations into suspected tax and benefits fraud.

16 September 2025

Identity verification deadline confirmed – Are you prepared?

After months of uncertainty, Companies House has set the identity-verification deadline as 18 November 2025. From that date, all new company directors and People with Significant

19 August 2025

A clearer picture of Companies House reform – Making sense of what is and isn’t coming

It can be confusing trying to keep pace with the changes to Companies House since the introduction of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023

19 August 2025

The Employment Rights Bill – Why it matters for your future finances and success

The Employment Rights Bill looks set to come into law by the end of the year. Now is the time for any business that hires staff

19 August 2025

Wage growth slows and unemployment rises – What this may mean for your business in months to come

The UK unemployment rate has increased to 4.7 per cent from March to May 2025, while the annual growth in employees' average earnings has slowed to

19 August 2025

Unlocking growth: Grant funding

Grants are available to businesses in a wide variety of sectors, but unfortunately, too many businesses miss out on this vital form of funding. An overreliance

19 August 2025

Should I be worrying about the size of my pension? IHT reform raises questions about this tax-efficient investment

For a long time, pensions have offered a tax-efficient way to pass on wealth to the next generation. Under current rules, most defined-contribution pensions sit outside