Many business owners assume artificial intelligence (AI) is only relevant for large corporations. However, modern tools are already helping smaller firms reduce costs in subtle but powerful ways. Better supplier pricing Software can now track pricing trends across your industry,…
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 your estate for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes. This can mean they are passed on…
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 on loans puts your business in the risky position of struggling to repay debts…
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 five per cent, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).…
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 to sit up and take notice, as the bill will impact the way that…
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 (ECCTA). The biggest concern around these changes is that if any slip under the…
As the Government attempts to balance its books, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed over 2.6 million taxpayers will be hit with tax bills on their savings.
If you have concerns about the long-term state of the British financial infrastructure, you are not alone, as the Business and Trade Committee (BTC) shares your concerns.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched an initial trial that will end the sending of Corporation Tax reminder letters.
Most of us have heard the frightening statistics that half of new businesses fail within three years of opening.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have begun to roll out its ambitious Transformation Roadmap and the first announcement from this, is a brand-new system for workers to take control of their tax affairs.
Anyone even tangentially involved in UK economics will have noticed that the future is not looking bright.
As the Autumn Budget approaches, there is plenty of noise surrounding Rachel Reeves’ plans for current tax rates, whether there will be increases, freeze extensions and the potential introduction of new tax rates.
In addition to rising operating costs and economic uncertainty, many businesses are finding themselves at risk of losing out due to environmental taxes.
While the 2025 Spending Review focused on long-term investment rather than introducing new taxes, the scale of spending suggests that future tax rises are likely. Where have the Government recently invested funds? The Chancellor pledged multi-year funding for health, defence…