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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…

How to create good habits in business

January 18, 20230Comments

How to create good habits in business! If you’re like most small business owners, there are never enough hours in the day to complete every task on your list. Often you’re…

5 signs you’re having cashflow problems

January 13, 20230Comments

5 signs you're having cashflow problems! Whether it’s for personal use or for your business, cash flow is important. The movement of money in and out keeps everything running smoothly, and…

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances?

January 9, 20230Comments

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances? When you think of financial planning, you probably imagine ways to increase your wealth, such as making a budget, reviewing…

4 questions you should ask your accountant

December 16, 20220Comments

4 questions you should ask your accountant! Ideally, you and your accountant are more than just “adviser” and “client”. With your combined skills, expertise, and shared mission to support a…

How to Build an Effective Financial Plan for your Business

December 12, 20220Comments

How to Build an Effective Financial Plan for your Business! Every business needs a financial plan. Your financial plan gives you a way to monitor and review your cash flow, make…

Don’t forget to declare coronavirus grants on your tax returns!

December 5, 20220Comments

Don’t forget to declare coronavirus grants on your tax returns! There's not long to go until the deadline for the 2021/22 tax return. You may have received messages from HMRC reminding…