Business News

13 October 2025

The dangers of non-compliance with the new Companies House ID verification

From 18 November 2025, identity verification will be mandatory for company directors, members of LLPs and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs). Companies House will not be

13 October 2025

New shareholder dividend reporting requirements are fast approaching

The 2025/26 financial year will bring new reporting requirements for UK resident directors of close companies, who are required to file a Self-Assessment tax return. HM

13 October 2025

HMRC updates the factsheet for self-review of the National Minimum Wage

With changes expected to be announced about the UK’s current National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates in the near future, HM Revenue

13 October 2025

Company Electric Car – HMRC introduces two separate rates

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced its latest updates to the Advisory Electric Rate (AER) that will affect employees using a company car. Reviewed every

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