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Video call irritation, a rise in Child Benefit and updated recycling rules for businesses

If your business frequently utilises video calls in the workplace, then you may find ACAS’s recent survey results interesting.  Plus, how a rise in Child Benefit could affect employers and the updated rules around recycling for businesses. Workplace Communication: Survey Reveals Employee Frustrations  A new survey by workplace expert Acas has revealed that nearly a…Read More

Trump’s tariffs create global turmoil, and how improved leadership could be the answer to growing your business

Today we place a spotlight on Trump’s recent shake up of trading tariffs, and then take a look at how reviewing your leadership style could help to grow your business further. UK Government requests views to shape response to US tariffs The UK Government is currently considering its response to the ‘reciprocal tariffs’ announced by…Read More

An extension of the Making Tax Digital programme, the benefits of being in nature and a £2billion grant for new housing

Today we talk about the extension of the Making Tax Digital to encompass small businesses, as Easter approaches we discuss the benefits of being in nature and good news as £2billion is pledged for new housing. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax regime extended to smaller businesses The Spring Statement announced that Making Tax Digital…Read More

The Spring Statement unpacked

Today we’re taking a deep dive into Rachel Reeves’s recent Spring Statement and look to see how it could affect you and your business. Spring Statement: How is your business affected? The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered her Spring Statement last week in which she outlined the government’s economic plans, including spending decisions,…Read More

Companies House identity verification, the new minimum wage rates for April and The Growth Agenda Report

Companies House are set to introduce identity verification to improve data security, we clarify the updated minimum wage rates set to take effect 1st April 2025 and take a deep dive into Goldman Sachs’ Growth Agency report. Identity verification coming to Companies House As part of the changes being gradually introduced by the Economic Crime…Read More

Top tips on tightening your business’s belt, the Bank of England base rate remains high, and could online restaurant reviews be used by AI to detect illness outbreaks?

In today’s news, we give you some top tips on saving money within your business’s processes, the Bank of England base rates stays the same as predicted, and could AI be utilised to identify potential outbreaks of illness? Cutting wasteful spending: What your business can learn from the government’s crackdown The government has just announced…Read More

HMRC to use caller voice as a password, bite size technology information now available, and a reminder to protect workers using display screen equipment

Today’s blog post covers a wide range of topics, ranging from HMRC’s plans to use a caller’s voice as their password, the availability of tech information in a bite size format which is easy to digest, and a reminder to employers from HSE to ensure their workers are using display screen equipment safely. Your voice…Read More

If you have a side hustle, read the small print on higher tax thresholds, lessons learnt by failed businesses and new legislation aims to drive building boom

If you have a side hustle then you may need to read on to find out how HMRC are changing rules related to tax for anyone with a self-employed trading income.  We also explore key lessons learned by businesses which failed and how to avoid a similar outcome, and good news as new legislation aims…Read More

Could the new contract for GPs help to address chronic underfunding?  A boost for rural businesses, and tips for securing your networks

Today’s blog post covers the latest business news, including details of the new contract agreed for GPs, a much needed boost in funding for rural businesses and top tips for ensuring your networks remain secure. New contract agreed for GPs A new deal for GPs has been agreed between the government and the British Medical…Read More

The Chancellor’s cuts to public spending, a win for small businesses and the Plug-in van grant extended for another year

Today’s blog post explores potential government public spending cuts, details of the now active The Public Procurement Act 2023 which could support small businesses, and the benefits of running electric vehicles for your business. Spring Statement news: Public spending cuts likely News reported last week said that the Chancellor has put together draft plans for…Read More

The Chancellor encourages investment, funding for Cultural projects, and Business Rates Relief are confirmed for 2025/26

Today’s blog post covers a variety of business news, including Rachel Reeves encouraging investment in emerging markets, funding for Cultural projects has been confirmed, using a human-centred approach for AI and the new Business Rates Relief for the next tax year. Chancellor encourages investment in emerging markets The Chancellor Rachel Reeves met recently with major…Read More

Lessons to be learnt from a sustainable packaging company, and the Chancellor faces pressure despite a government surplus

Today we focus on a sustainable packaging firm receiving investment in return for producing the UK’s first fibre-bottle supply firm, and Rachel Reeves faces pressure despite figures confirming a surplus in January 2025. Investment in sustainable packaging firm Pulpex, a sustainable packaging company, has received £43.5 million from the National Wealth Fund in exchange for…Read More

Statistical misuse, building confidence in small business owners and a welcome 40% business rates relief for film studios

Today we delve into the murky world of statistical misuse and how statistics can be mis-reported in the news, plus our tips on helping small business owners to build confidence during challenging times, and film studios welcome a 40% business rate relief. Can you spot statistical misuse? While numbers don’t lie, it’s well known that…Read More

Inflation – a surprise increase but wages are currently higher

Last week saw a greater increase in inflation than predicted, but latest figures show that wages are growing faster than the current inflation rate. Surprise jump in inflation: How to navigate your business Inflation figures for January 2025 were released last week and showed a surprising jump to 3.0%, up from 2.5% in December. The…Read More

Homebuying reforms, the pros and cons of AI, proposed energy saving requirements for landlords, plus much more…..

Today’s blog post covers a wide range of topics, from reforms to buying a home, the good and the bad sides of AI, changes to data protection fees and HMRC late payment interest rates, plus the current conversation around energy saving requirements for landlords. Reforms to homebuying coming The government announced major plans last week…Read More