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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…

Why Your Business Should Have a Shareholders’ Agreement

September 21, 2026

A shareholders’ agreement can be one of the most important documents a company’s owners put in place. When everything is going well, it’s easy to…

Why Every Business Needs a 12-Month Profit Improvement Plan

September 14, 2026

Growing sales is an obvious goal for most businesses. But higher turnover doesn’t necessarily mean higher profits. A business can increase its sales while seeing…

Could You Save on Childcare Costs with Tax-Free Childcare?

September 7, 2026

With childcare costs continuing to be a significant expense for many working families, it’s worth checking whether you could benefit from the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The…

Do You Need to Pay Tax on Your Side Hustle?

August 31, 20260Comments

Turning a hobby into a side business can be a great way to earn some extra income. But if your side hustle is bringing in money, it’s important to understand…

HMRC Contacts Self-Employed People About National Insurance Gaps

August 24, 20260Comments

HMRC is contacting some self-employed individuals whose National Insurance records may contain gaps that could affect their State Pension entitlement. If you receive a letter from HMRC, it is worth…

Government Expands SME Growth Guarantee Scheme to Boost Business Lending

August 17, 20260Comments

The Government has announced a significant expansion of the British Business Bank's Growth Guarantee Scheme. This provides greater access to finance for small and medium-sized businesses across the UK. Announced by…

HMRC Proposes New Criminal Offence for Reckless Tax Statements

August 10, 20260Comments

HMRC has launched a consultation on plans to introduce a new criminal offence for individuals who make reckless, untrue statements or declarations in relation to direct taxes, including Income Tax and National…

Health and Safety for Small Businesses: A Practical UK Checklist

August 3, 20260Comments

Good health and safety for small businesses is not about producing paperwork for its own sake. It is about identifying the things that could cause harm, taking sensible steps to…

HMRC Compliance Checks: What Small Businesses Should Review Now

July 27, 20260Comments

HMRC compliance checks for small businesses can be disruptive, but good records and prompt responses make them far easier to manage. A recent government announcement said HMRC plans more than…