How the Autumn Budget wage increases will affect small businesses

The Chancellor’s latest Autumn Budget has struck small businesses once again with the increase to the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW).

The Chancellor’s latest Autumn Budget has struck small businesses once again with the increase to the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW).

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves set out tax-raising measures worth up to £26 billion in the Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025. The increases will be achieved through a range of measures, including extending the freeze on Income Tax…

The deadline for Self-Assessment taxpayers to submit their online tax return is just two months away and many self-employed individuals, sole traders and landlords will be organising their accounts.

The Government faced a difficult job going into the Autumn Budget, as they navigate a growing national deficit, a seemingly never-ending cost-of-living crisis and political challenges.

Running a business can be extremely rewarding, but for many owners, there comes a time when they will consider selling or handing it over.

The Bronsens Quarterly Newsletter is here, packed with essential insights for business owners, investors, and individuals looking to stay on top of financial and tax planning. Inside this issue: Business rates reform HMRC enhances lifestyle scrutiny Managing inheritance tax changes…

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has begun briefing businesses and recruiters on the importance of avoiding fraudulent payroll tax credit schemes that claim to help reduce employment taxes.

As the festive season approaches, many talented makers are turning their creative skills into a little extra income.

Understanding your finances and managing changes in costs and income can be a daunting prospect, but there is help and support available to you.

The noise around the upcoming Autumn Budget is getting louder the closer it gets and the reality is there is likely to be tax increases for everyone, including businesses.