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High Value Council Tax Surcharge consultation, pension risks as workers under-save, and hauliers get a road tax holiday

Today we run through details of a consultation on the High Value Council Tax Surcharge set to launch in April 2028, and many workers face a risk of under-saving for their pension.  Plus, help for hauliers as they get a road tax holiday. Consultation launched on details for High Value Council Tax Surcharge The government…Read More

Beware VAT misinformation from AI, gold stars for April’s tax returners, and the Cyber Resilience Pledge launch is planned

Today we remind readers not to always trust advice given by AI when filing a VAT return, April saw record levels of early tax returns (meaning any tax rebates will be paid much sooner!) and the Cyber Resilience Pledge is due to launch later in 2026. AI providing misleading advice on VAT return filing Incorrect…Read More

4 top tips for improving profit

Today’s blog post guides you through 4 simple changes you can make to improve your business’s profitability.  Read on to find out how! Four simple ways to improve business profit within 12 months Most businesses don’t need big ideas or complicated plans to improve profit. In practice, profits will usually increase by tightening up a…Read More

The economic impact of the Middle East conflict, and sad news as pubs close at a rate of almost 2 per day

Not good news for the economy as the conflict in the Middle East continues, and the latest reports show that up to 2 pubs are closing each day in the UK. We cover this and more, in today’s blog post. What will happen to interest rates in 2026? The ongoing Middle East conflict has raised…Read More

Credit control is crucial for a business’s survival, and is your Employer’s Liability Insurance up to date?

Whilst it may seem time consuming and potentially embarrassing, chasing late payments and keeping on top of cash flow is vital for the success of a business.  We run through the reasons why you really need to make sure your records are up to date and under control.  Plus, when did you last check the…Read More

Planning for your future, consultations on flexible working requests and workplace incident reporting, plus the threat facing shared office spaces

We’ve got a mixed bag of topics in today’s blog post!  From helping you to take control of your financial future, consultations on processes around flexible working requests and workplace incident reporting, to the huge costs faced by shared office spaces. Read on to find out more! Why Financially Successful Business Owners Can Still Feel…Read More

Succession planning and cyber threats – are you prepared?

Today we discuss succession planning and how it pays to start as early as possible, Plus, if your business faces a cyber-attack, are you prepared to protect it?  Read on to find out if you’re ready. What Apple’s CEO Handover Tells Business Owners About Succession Planning Apple announced last week that Tim Cook will step…Read More

HMRC’s mandation letters, and the new “Right to Try” Legislation comes into force

Have You Received a Letter from HMRC About MTD? With Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax coming into force from 6 April 2026, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) have been writing to taxpayers over recent weeks to tell them that they are being mandated into the regime. MTD became mandatory from 6 April 2026…Read More

Valuing Your Business: What Buyers Look for and What You Can Do About It

If you are thinking about selling your business, whether that is in six months or six years, one of the first questions you will probably ask yourself is “what’s it worth?” While there are formulas designed to calculate the value of a business, in the end the answer to that question comes from a judgment…Read More

Are you a fan of e-invoicing?  Pension ages rise and updates to employment rights take effect

If you run an SME and you’re not a fan of e-invoicing, you’re not alone.  Recent research carried out by HMRC found that only 29% of SMEs are utilising e-invoicing, but the government wants to increase this number in order to support more accurate tax returns.  Plus, the State Pension increases, but so does the…Read More

Disincorporation: Does it Make Sense for You?

At one time, incorporating a business once profits reached a modest level was almost the default advice. Today, the conversation is more nuanced, and some existing company owners may even be asking themselves, “Do I still need a limited company?” The question may be prompted by rising tax bills caused by reductions to the dividend…Read More

Is it worth incorporating your business?  Beware fake reviews and mileage rates to be reviewed

If you’re a sole trader or in a partnership, have you considered incorporating your business?  We give you the low down on what you need to do.  Plus, the perils of fake company reviews and how the government are set to review mileage rates.  Read on to find out more. Should You Incorporate Your Business?…Read More

Reforms for Vet Practices, the government’s plan for small businesses, and a free early warning service against cyber threats

Today’s post covers a wide range of business news, from the CMA’s report setting out reforms for vet practices, to a free early warning service against cyber threats.  We’ve got it all! CMA Report to Bring New Obligations for Vet Practices The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has concluded its investigation into the veterinary sector…Read More

New powers to address late payments and our top tips on how to manage late payees

Today’s blog post is all about late payments – something most business owners will have had to contend with at some point.  From government support to our top tips for helping you manage late payments, today’s post may be just what you needed. Government Responds to Late Payments Consultation The government has published its response…Read More

Concerns over fuel prices, zero growth in January’s economy, and could Project Gigabit speed up your broadband?

Today’s blog post covers some bleak news regarding the soaring fuel costs and how the UK’s economy showed zero growth in January.  But, the government are answering the pleas of rural areas by addressing slow broadband connections, with a new tool to check if your area may see improvements. CMA Steps Up Plans to Monitor…Read More