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Wage growth slows causing an increase in unemployment, SMEs are encouraged to adopt cyber essentials as cyber threats rise, and inflation drops to 3%. UK Unemployment Rises as Wage Growth Slows The UK’s unemployment rate has risen again, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). In the three months to…Read More
Today we run through all of the personal tax changes due to come into effect this April. Whether you’re an employee or an employer, you might need to know what’s set to change. Personal Tax Changes Coming in April 2026 With just a few weeks to go until the beginning of a new tax year,…Read More
Today we discuss HMRC’s move to digital services for new users, DBS launch a brand new podcast aimed at those of us responsible for safeguarding, and we divulge how last year’s budget was leaked. HMRC Moves to GOV.UK One Login for New Users HM Revenue & Customs has started using GOV.UK One Login for taxpayers…Read More
Is a 996 culture (working 9am to 9pm, 6 days per week), something which you have done? Or would want to do? It’s a popular practise in many US tech companies, could it work for you? Is “996 culture” Working Culture Relevant to Your Business? The BBC has published an in-depth piece on “996 culture”…Read More
Today we look into how the major tech giants are working with disability charities to support people with disabilities find and keep jobs, the deadline for business rates valuation checks is set for 31st March, and the CMA is proposing new measures to give businesses more control in Google searches. Tech Giants Join Push to…Read More
Did you manage to submit your self-assessment tax return before 31st January? If you didn’t, you weren’t alone! But be sure to submit asap in order to reduce the penalty fee. Also, we guide you through salary sacrifice schemes in a bid to keep costs as affordable as possible. One Million Miss the Tax Return…Read More
Today’s blog post talks about whether the VAT Flat Rate Scheme may prove beneficial for small businesses, bad news as business confidence is at a record low, and the LPC is set to carry out investigations into the impact of the National Minimum Wage on employers and employees. VAT Flat Rate Scheme: Could It Work…Read More
Making Tax Digital (MTD) comes into force for many self-assessment taxpayers from this April, good news for pubs and live music venues as they are offered a 15% discount on business rates, and ground rent is set to be capped at £250. MTD for Landlords: Nearly There! Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax will…Read More
There’s lots to celebrate this week as self-employed workers are now able to apply for enhanced DBS checks rather than just basic, the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme is launched to support SMEs, and workers on long-term sick leave could benefit from the WorkWell scheme. Self-employed workers able to apply for enhanced DBS checks From…Read More
Today we explore whether your management skills are effective – and just what it takes to manage a small business. There’s a warning for business owners as 500 employers are fined a total of £10.2million for failing to pay the correct National Minimum Wage rates, and bad news for private sector employees as pay growth…Read More
In today’s blog post, we share guidance on how to choose an MSP to provide your IT support, give you some clarity regarding Labour’s recent u-turn on Digital ID, and highlight the dangerous risks of not following health and safety rules. Choosing an MSP: What Every Business Needs to Know Most smaller businesses use a…Read More
With the deadline for tax returns just a couple of weeks away, today we place a focus on supporting businesses in preparing for the Making Tax Digital campaign, and how to tackle a Self-Assessment if you’ve not had to submit one before. Getting Ready for Making Tax Digital With just 10 weeks or so to…Read More
Today we are reminding our readers of the fast approaching deadline to submit Self Assessments – avoid submitting late in order to avoid a penalty. Plus, the OBR is set to publish its Spring Forecast on 3rd March and the DWP has confirmed that all key auto-enrolment pension thresholds will remain unchanged for 2026/27. Self…Read More
For our first post of 2026, we help you plan your goals for yourself and your business. Plus, the latest business news reveals the retailer Next had better Christmas sales than anticipated, and could AI soon be used as digital personal assistants or shopping agents? Starting 2026 with a Clear Plan for Your Business and…Read More
For our last blog post of 2025, we review the year and support you in planning ahead for 2026. Wishing all of our readers and customers a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2026! Looking ahead to 2026: reflections for business owners With 2025 coming to a close, you may already be starting…Read More