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Companies House Delays Major Accounts Filing Changes Until April 2028

Companies House has confirmed that a series of significant reforms to company accounts filing requirements will now take effect from April 2028, giving businesses an…

Why Growing Businesses Need a Business Plan

June 29, 2026

When you're focused on winning customers, delivering work and managing the day-to-day demands of running a business, writing a business plan can easily fall to…

Companies House and Intellectual Property Office Warn Businesses About Fake Payment Requests

June 22, 2026

Businesses are being urged to remain vigilant following warnings from Companies House and the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) about fraudulent payment requests being sent to…

AI and Online Sources Leading to VAT Filing Mistakes

June 15, 2026

Businesses are being reminded to check VAT filing deadlines carefully after HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reported an increase in late VAT returns and payments…

Four Practical Ways to Improve Business Profitability Within 12 Months

June 8, 2026

Improving profitability doesn't always require major changes, significant investment or a completely new business strategy. In many cases, the most effective improvements come from making…

UK Unemployment Reaches 5% as Inflation Falls to 2.8%

June 1, 2026

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the UK unemployment rate increased to 5.0% in the three months to March…

Spring Budget 2023 – a brief roundup!

March 22, 20230Comments

Spring Budget 2023 - a brief roundup! On 15th March, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled a variety of fresh tax, benefits, and energy policies in the Budget. We've tried to keep it…

Growth Hacks for Small Businesses!

March 20, 20230Comments

Growth Hacks for Small Businesses: Deciding on an online marketing plan can be overwhelming for small business owners looking for affordable ways to nurture steady, sustainable growth. With time in…

Surprisingly Destructive Habits You Should Avoid as an Entrepreneur

March 13, 20230Comments

Surprisingly Destructive Habits You Should Avoid as an Entrepreneur Entrepreneurs want to have their hands on every aspect of their start-up. This is understandable, as many entrepreneurs come into their…

Employee vs contractor – what you need to know!

March 6, 20230Comments

Depending on the nature of your business, you may have workers who are employees or contractors, or you may have both. Each has their merits, but it’s important to review…

Don’t miss out on the Tax-Free Childcare program!

February 27, 20230Comments

Don’t miss out on the Tax-Free Childcare program! According to HMRC, more than 400,000 families utilised the Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) scheme in December, and they are now encouraging other eligible families…

Working out an effective marketing budget

February 22, 20230Comments

Working out an effective marketing budget! “How much should I spend on marketing?” Most small business people this question at some stage. Many small business people find working out how much to…