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Hybrid working loses its sparkle, inflation holds steady and Labour’s plans to support female entrepreneurs and tackle youth unemployment

Amazon announces a move away from hybrid working, will this start a trend for other organisations in a bid to entice workers back to the office? And we discuss the government’s plans to enable female entrepreneurs greater access to funding, whilst also tackling youth unemployment and long-term sickness. Amazon ends hybrid work policy: Is it…Read More

National Minimum Wage compliance, celebrating workplace safety innovations plus the run up to the Business Finance Week 2024

Today we help you check whether you are compliant with the National Minimum Wage laws, celebrate workplace safety innovations and give you the low down on the upcoming Business Finance Week for 2024. Are you National Minimum Wage compliant? As HMRC intensifies its crackdown on National Minimum Wage (NMW) noncompliance, it’s vital to make sure…Read More

A stagnant economy, the newly formed Labour Market Advisory Board, plus tackling cyber crime

The latest data shows that the UK economy remains stagnant, we let you know what the newly formed Labour Market Advisory Board means for your business, plus the latest plans to improve cyber resilience. UK economy flatlines again Figures released by the Office of National Statistics last week show that the UK economy showed no…Read More

Companies House move online, and a downturn in construction

Today we give you the lowdown on Companies House as it switches to GOV.UK One Login, giving user a one stop shop for government services.  We also unpick the news regarding Barrett Developments as their profits drop, could this be a sign of trouble ahead?  As student loan interest rates decrease, will this affect you…Read More

Procurement targets for SMEs, plus the perils of not following insolvency procedures correctly

In this blog post we discuss procurement within the public sector, plus we share details of a company forced to shut down as a result of misleading business owners struggling with debt by offering a less-than-ideal alternative to formal insolvency procedures. Public sector procurement: Missed targets and opportunities for SMEs A recent report by the…Read More

A ‘painful’ budget for October expected plus a crackdown on illegal employment – is your business compliant?

Today we discuss Starmer’s plans for the October budget, with warnings that it could well be ‘painful’.  The Prime Minister also intends to improve relations with Germany – could this lead to a more stable market? October budget to be “painful” The Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, speaking from Downing Street last Tuesday, has said…Read More

5 things a business can do to successfully adapt to change, self-assessment eligibility, plus Subject Access Request rules

Today we offer our readers a bit of variety – top tips on helping businesses strive for success, how to determine whether or not you are eligible to submit a self-assessment, and lessons from the Labour Party’s reprimand on information requests.  Interested?  Then read on! Adapting to change: Strategies for business success The business environment…Read More

Latest inflation figures, extending Child Benefit payments and Pension Credit eligibility

As summer draws to a close we discuss the latest inflation figures, how to extend your Child Benefit payments if your child decides to remain in education following the collection of their GCSE results, and how to check if you are eligible for Pension Credit. Inflation increases to 2.2% in July The Office of National…Read More

New business idea?  We guide you through an evaluation to assess its viability

Since Covid, more and more entrepreneurs are starting up creative businesses.  Today we help you to ascertain the viability of your creative ideas to decide whether your business could be a huge success. Evaluating a business idea: A guide for aspiring entrepreneurs The economy is continuing to grow, according to the latest figures for the…Read More

Changes to student loan repayment thresholds, warnings of data breaches, and help for those businesses affected by the recent riots

Today’s blog post discusses a wide range of topics, starting with the latest changes to student loan repayment thresholds, a stark warning regarding the consequences of data breaches, and details of support provided by the FBS for small businesses affected by the recent riots. Updated interest rates and repayment thresholds for student loans announced The…Read More

Government funding for businesses, the consequences of fraud, and a broadband boost for rural businesses

We discuss a success story of a small business who received government backed funding to enable them to expand, plus the perils of knowingly carrying out fraud and the severe consequences it can bring. Good news for rural businesses as they are given a broadband boost.  Read on to find out more! Could government-backed financing…Read More

HMRC interest rates reduce, farmers start to receive delinked payments, how to check eligibility for farming grants and funding, plus much more!

Today’s blog post covers a variety of topics, starting with HMRC’s decision to reduce interest rates following a reduction in the Bank of England’s base rate .  We also support farmers by providing information on delinked payments, and potential funding and grants.   Small Business Britain opens up registrations for its September instalment of the Small…Read More

Is your strategic plan effective?  Our guide to helping you avoid any pitfalls

Today’s blog post places an emphasis on guiding you through making an effective strategic plan, and how to avoid any potential pitfalls.  We also cover the government’s plans to invest in AI to improve productivity.  Read on to find out more! Pitfalls to avoid in making a strategic plan For businesses, having a strategic plan…Read More

Amazon to charge selling fees, recommendations to changes to the National Minimum Wage, plans to end non-domiciled tax status, and how changes to tax for private schools could affect you,

UK vendors selling products on Amazon are now subject to 20% VAT fees, Labour push forward with changing the National Minimum Wage and ending non-domiciled tax status, plus we help you to navigate the new private school tax fees. VAT on Amazon Fees from 1 August 2024 From 1 August 2024, selling fees charged by…Read More

The Chancellor’s inherited £22billion of unfunded pledges, a drop in interest rates, the IPO’s warning about misleading invoices, plus much more

Today’s blog post discusses potential plans the Chancellor could introduce in this Autumn’s budget, the Bank of England drop the base rate to 5%, HMRC outline their proposal for the abolition of the furnished holiday lettings (FHL) tax regime and the IPO issues warning about misleading invoices. Chancellor’s speech paving the way to a potentially…Read More