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Identifying early warning signs of financial difficulty, and 3 key updates you need to be aware of as we head towards the new tax year

Today we take a look at some early warning signs regarding the health of your business’s finances, and we also provide you with 3 key updates you need to be aware of as we move towards the brand new tax year. How Early Financial Warning Signs Can Protect Your Business from Crisis In many business…Read More

H&S advice for home workers, end of tax year payroll reminders, and negotiations are underway on a UK-EU Agrifood Trade Deal

Whilst health and safety risks for home workers are relatively low, risk assessments are still advised – we take a look at the reasons why.  Plus, as the current tax year draws to a close, we lay out some key tasks to complete before the new tax year gets started. Health and Safety Campaign for…Read More

Starting Up in Business: A Practical Guide

Have you reached a point where the idea of running a business feels like more than just a pipe dream? Perhaps you have identified a gap in the market, you want greater independence or your side hustle is telling you that it has the potential to become a full-time income. Whatever the motivation, taking some…Read More

Should children have overnight curfews on their social media? EV charger installation grants, and a clearer pricing campaign

Today we’re talking about a major consultation set to explore the protection of children’s digital wellbeing, grants for the installation of EV chargers, and a Clearer Pricing campaign launches to protect consumers. Consultation on Major Measures to Protect Children’s Digital Well-being A major consultation has been launched that explores what measures are needed to keep…Read More

A summary of the 2026 Spring Forecast

Today we focus on last week’s Spring Forecast, and how the latest conflict in the Middle East could significantly impact the global and UK economies. Spring Forecast 2026: What Does the OBR’s Latest Forecast Mean for You? During a week dominated by news of the Middle East conflict, on 3 March 2026, Chancellor Rachel Reeves…Read More

AI for beginners, BNPL schemes to be regulated, and guidance for the new business rates relief for pubs and live music venues

We’re covering a broad range of topics, from beginner friendly resources on AI being provided by Small Business Britain, to Buy Now Pay Later schemes being subjected to regulation, today’s blog post has got it all covered! Small Business Britain Provides Beginner-friendly Resources on AI Small Business Britain has created an online hub dedicated to…Read More

Spring Statement 2026: What Businesses Should Expect on 3 March

Today we’re focusing on what to expect in tomorrow’s Spring Statement – whilst it probably won’t have any major tax implications, it could set the tone for the coming months.  Spring Statement 2026: What Businesses Should Expect on 3 March The Spring Statement will be delivered in Parliament on 3 March, giving an update on…Read More

Unemployment is on the rise, the risk of cyber threats increases and inflation drops to 3%

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

A heads up on personal tax changes due April 2026

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

New HMRC users go digital, a Safeguarding podcast is launched, and how last year’s budget was leaked

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

Would you consider a 996 working culture? Plus, the CMA moves to secure fairer app store rules for UK businesses

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

AI to support disabled people in the workplace, business rates valuation checks, and improvements in Google’s search services

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 submit your self-assessment tax return on time?  Plus, salary sacrifices schemes – we give you the low down

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

Would the VAT flat rate scheme work for you? Business confidence falls, and the LPC gather evidence of the impact of NMW

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

MTD for self-assessed taxpayers, a 15% discount on business rates for pubs, and ground rent to be capped at £250

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