Why are fewer SMEs investing in their company?
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are finding the current economic climate challenging, with many reluctant to invest for fear of losing their business entirely.
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Are SMEs making the most of the British Business Bank Debt Funds programme?
As the UK economy continues to be held back by the anticipation of the Autumn Budget, it can feel like many businesses are not able to invest or grow at the moment.
What Sole Traders need to know about tax
If you are about to start your business or are currently running a small business, it is important that you understand your tax obligations and when you need to pay them.
Should businesses prepare for AI to inspect their finances?
AI is rapidly becoming a part of every aspect of life and business and you may have been implementing your own AI services to make life easier.
Inflation stays at 3.8 per cent: Is this good or bad for businesses?
For the second consecutive month, inflation in the UK has stayed at 3.8 per cent which effectively means general costs have stayed at the same price.
Fewer workers but higher wages – Is this what the UK job market looks like now?
There’s plenty of pessimism about the UK jobs market at the moment, but not every change is a bad omen.
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 Control (PSCs) must verify their identity. Existing directors and PSCs will then have 12…
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. That means, if you are posting content that could be viewed as advocating for,…
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, and now may be a good time to restructure your assets to avoid a…
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 tariffs earlier this year, while weaker consumer confidence and persistently high household savings add…
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 are now trying to manage: The new adult National Minimum Wage rate, which has…
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 how the changes could affect you as the phased introduction of this new tax…
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 been created to give businesses the ability to grow and help them realise their…
HMRC confirms new measures for PAYE pension tax relief claims
The way pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) taxpayers can make a pension tax relief claim has changed with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) confirming all claims must be made online or by letter and include supporting evidence.
Beware the scourge of social media tax influencers – How to keep your business safe from bad tax advice
Given the major changes to Companies House, Making Tax Digital (MTD), and various other regulations in a short space of time, it is no wonder that business owners can be feeling a bit confused about their current obligations.