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Self Assessment Reporting for Directors: What Close Company Directors Need to Know

November 2, 2026

HMRC has clarified the Self Assessment reporting requirements for directors of close companies, and updated its guidance for directors of charities. If you are a…

New Trade Union Rules: What Employers Need to Know from October 2026

October 26, 2026

From October 2026, new trade union rules introduced under the Employment Rights Act will take effect. They place fresh obligations on employers, so it's worth…

Mandatory Payrolling of Benefits in Kind: What Employers Need to Do Before April 2027

October 19, 2026

From 6 April 2027, the way many employers report and tax Benefits in Kind (BIKs) will change. HMRC is introducing mandatory payrolling in stages, and…

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: First Quarter Statistics Published

October 12, 2026

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is now underway, with the first quarterly reporting deadline having passed for sole traders and landlords within the…

The Rising Cost of Doing Business: What It Means for UK SMEs

October 5, 2026

UK businesses are continuing to face significant increases in the cost of operating, with smaller and mid-sized businesses particularly exposed to rising employment and regulatory…

Energy Prices Set to Rise: What Could It Mean for Businesses?

September 28, 2026

Energy costs remain an important consideration for UK businesses, with wholesale energy prices continuing to be affected by volatility in global markets. Ofgem has announced…

4 Areas to Evaluate in your Business Budget

July 4, 20220Comments

4 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 budget…

Tips for switching off during the summer holidays

July 1, 20220Comments

Tips for switching off during the summer holidays The summer season is almost here, and with it comes time to relax, focus on family and friends and take stock in what…

Why sign a non-disclosure agreement?

June 27, 20220Comments

Why sign a non-disclosure agreement? Your trade secrets are invaluable - after all, your “secret sauce” is your competitive advantage, the thing that makes your business unique and special. A non-disclosure agreement…

How to Avoid Costly Inventory Problems

June 24, 20220Comments

How to Avoid Costly Inventory Problems Inventory is the lifeblood of your business. It is the largest asset on your balance sheet and your company’s biggest revenue-generator. It goes without saying that…

How an accountability group can help your small business succeed

June 20, 20220Comments

How an accountability group can help your small business succeed It’s one of those tricky balancing acts most business owners struggle with - how to spend as much time on their…

3 Mistakes That Strangle Growing Businesses

June 17, 20220Comments

3 Mistakes That Strangle Growing Businesses! Businesses want to grow and help a larger audience, but too many make mistakes that cripple their growth. Even worse, they keep repeating them! Don’t…