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26 Jun

Mind the (Tax) Gap: Why Smaller Businesses Should Take Note

Let’s talk about the tax gap – the difference between what HMRC thinks it should be collecting in tax and what actually rolls into the Treasury’s coffers.

10 Jun

MTD for Sole Traders: What You Need to Know Before the Taxman Goes Digital

Let’s be honest—when HMRC announces a “modernisation” of the tax system, most people don’t immediately reach for the champagne. But like it or not, Making Tax Digital (MTD) is coming, and if you’re a sole trader or landlord, it’s going to change the way you report your income and expenses.

04 Jun

What the New UK-EU Deal Could Mean for Your Business

The UK government has agreed a new trade deal with the European Union, aimed at making it easier to do business across the Channel. This follows recent agreements with the US and India and is being presented as part of a wider effort to support jobs and help businesses grow.

03 Jun

Bonus as Salary or Dividend: What’s the Smarter Move?

If you run your own company, chances are you’ve found yourself wondering at some point: Should I take this bonus as salary, or would a dividend make more sense? It’s a fair question—and one we get asked a lot.

23 May

Stressed Staff, Stressed Business? This Free HSE Tool Can Help

Mental Health Awareness Week came with a helpful gift for business owners – the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a free online learning module to help employers manage work-related stress in the workplace.

22 May

Interest Rates Cut, Trade Talks Move – What It All Means for Your Business

It’s been a busy few weeks in the world of finance and economics. The Bank of England has trimmed interest rates again, and there’s talk of a shiny new ‘trade deal’ between the UK and the US. But what does any of this actually mean for your business?

21 May

Trade news: What does this mean for business owners?

Just as the Bank was cutting rates, the UK government struck a limited tariff deal with the United States. This isn’t a full trade deal (despite some headlines), but it does make it easier to sell certain goods to the US - like cars, steel and aluminium.

20 May

New Immigration Rules: What UK Businesses Need to Know

Last week, the government announced a series of sweeping changes to the UK’s immigration system—changes that could have a significant impact on how businesses hire and plan their workforce in the months and years ahead.