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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 build a business you can sell!

September 2, 20220Comments

How to build a business you can sell! Many entrepreneurs start their business with the goal of earning an income for themselves, but they often think of the business only in…

5 steps to early retirement

August 29, 20220Comments

5 steps to early retirement! For some people, early retirement is a choice. For others, it’s a necessity. Regardless of which group you fall into, there are some steps you can…

Conference Tips for Small Business Owners

August 12, 20220Comments

Conference Tips for Small Business Owners For small business owners, business conferences can be both a blessing and a curse. They give you the opportunity to develop new skills and learn…

4 Key Areas to Evaluate in your Business Budget

August 8, 20220Comments

4 Key Areas to Evaluate in your Business Budget With the potential for business life to return to something resembling normal, it’s a good idea to take a look at your…

Signs you’re undercharging for your work!

August 5, 20220Comments

Signs you’re undercharging for your work! When it comes to the overall success of your business, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is how to price for the…

3 finance options for your business

August 1, 20220Comments

3 finance options for your business. Most entrepreneurs find a time in their business when they need to access financing. It may be in the early stages of their business, when…