We are now just over six months away from the long-anticipated reforms to Inheritance Tax (IHT), which will see unspent pensions included within a person’s estate from April 2027. First announced all the way back in the 2024 Autumn Budget,…
A recent meeting with G7 leaders resulted in 100 million barrels of diesel and oil to be shared from reserves, following threats of oil embargoes and further price rises.
In late September, Andy Burnham announced a £210 million cash injection into high street regeneration to convert vacant, derelict buildings into cafes and community hubs.
Bookkeeping is often the least favourite task for business owners, but it remains essential.
Unfortunately, a business can be profitable and still face cash flow challenges. While this may seem nonsensical, it is an issue that many SMEs face as they balance liquid funds against everyday realities.
As the winter months approach and the nights begin to roll in, many businesses start to plan and book their annual Christmas bash.
While honesty boxes have long been a part of British culture, little sheds are popping up at the end of people’s front gardens that hold a mass of homemade cakes, brownies and sourdough bread.
Cash tied up in unpaid invoices, with upcoming payroll and other business costs pending, can be frustrating and destabilising for many SMEs.
The Autumn Budget is now less than two months away, falling on 28 October 2026. As business owners anxiously await the proposed tax changes, employees tend to be waiting to see if there will be any changes to their living…
Doing payroll can be quite a tricky process for employers. With so many factors going into the process, it can be easy to make an error.
National Payroll Week is a fitting moment to look again at how payroll actually runs in your business.
New figures have confirmed what many retirees are starting to feel in their bank statements.
For many businesses, short-term finance can provide an essential lifeline when cash flow becomes tight. Whether a business needs support covering a gap between paying suppliers and receiving customer payments, or managing seasonal demand, the right type of finance can…
The rate of inflation has hit 2.9 per cent in July 2026, up from 2.6 per cent in June, according to the latest data that has been published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This is the first rise…
For many people, giving financial support to family members is an important part of their financial planning. Whether it is helping children with pension contributions or providing ongoing assistance, gifting can play an important role in Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning.…