Accounting

6 days ago

Chancellor’s speech takes optimistic tone on economy

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, gave an important speech at the Labour Party conference last week, in which she appeared to shift tone to spe

Sep 25

Procurement Act 2023: Implementation delayed to February 2025

The government has announced a delay to the start of the Procurement Act 2023, moving the commencement date to February 2025.

Sep 23

Amazon ends hybrid work policy: Is it time to reconsider remote working?

Amazon has announced the end of its hybrid work policy, with corporate staff expected to be back in the office five days a week starting in

Sep 23

Business Finance Week 2024: Free national and regional events available

Business Finance Week 2024 will run from 24 September to 2 October and includes a variety of national and regional in-person events and webi

Sep 23

Are you National Minimum Wage compliant?

As HMRC intensifies its crackdown on National Minimum Wage (NMW) noncompliance, it’s vital to make sure you don’t fall foul of NMW laws. Com

Sep 16

UK economy flatlines again

Figures released by the Office of National Statistics last week show that the UK economy showed no growth in July 2024. This is the second m

Sep 12

Plan 1 student loan interest rate to change to 6%

The Plan 1 student loan interest rate reduced to 6% (from 6.25%) from 30 August. This rate change applies across the UK with the Department

Sep 9

Public sector procurement: Missed targets and opportunities for SMEs

A recent report by the British Chambers of Commerce and Tussell has highlighted the ongoing challenges the public sector faces in meeting it

Sep 9

Barratt Developments' profit drop sends ripples through construction and property sectors

Barratt Developments, the UK's largest housebuilder, has reported a significant decline in pre-tax profits, down by three-quarters for the y

Sep 5

Government crackdown on illegal employment: What business owners need to know

Last month, the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, announced a significant government crackdown on employers hiring migrants illegally.

Sep 4

October budget to be “painful”

The Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, speaking from Downing Street last Tuesday, has said that the budget in October will be “painful” and t

Sep 2

Do you need to register for self-assessment?

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have issued a press release debunking some common myths about whether or not someone needs to register to comp

Aug 29

Don’t miss out on Winter Fuel Payments: Check your eligibility for Pension Credit

As a pensioner you were likely dismayed to learn that Winter Fuel Payments are now being restricted to those who are on benefits and Pension

Aug 28

Extending Child Benefit payments: What you need to know

As GCSE results day approaches on 22 August 2024, many families are considering the next steps for their school-leaving children. If your ch

Aug 27

Inflation increases to 2.2% in July

The Office of National Statistics has reported that inflation for July has risen to 2.2%. This is the first rise of 2024 after inflation fel

Aug 22

FSB Insurance Service provides advice for riot affected businesses

The recent riots have left many small businesses dealing with damage and disruption.

Aug 21

Updated interest rates and repayment thresholds for student loans announced

The latest annual update to Student Loan interest rates was made last week by the Department for Education.

Aug 19

Could government-backed financing help your business expand?

A small business from Barnsley, Slime Party UK, has successfully secured government-backed financing, enabling it to significantly expand it

Aug 15

HMRC interest rates to be reduced

The Bank of England’s decision to reduce the base rate to 5% means that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will also reduce their interest rates.

Aug 12

Pitfalls to avoid in making a strategic plan

For businesses, having a strategic plan in place is vital for the long-term success and sustainability of the business.