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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…

Autumn Budget 2025 – What Could Be Ahead for Businesses?

October 27, 20250Comments

The Autumn Budget is set to be announced on 26 November, and while we don’t yet know the full picture, the Chancellor’s recent speech in Liverpool offered some clear clues about what may…

7 Things Every Company Director Needs To Know

October 20, 20250Comments

Becoming a company director is more than just a title — it’s a legal responsibility. Whether you’re actively managing the day-to-day, acting as a non-executive director, or involved behind the…

How To Spot Phishing Attempts Before It’s Too Late

October 13, 20250Comments

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reported over 170,000 phishing scam referrals in the 12 months to July 2025. While this represents a 12% drop on the previous year, HMRC continues to warn…

Employment Allowance – are you making the most of it?

October 6, 20250Comments

How employers can save up to £10,500 on National Insurance in 2025/26 If your business operates a payroll and you're not currently claiming the Employment Allowance, you could be missing out…

Starting a Business? Ask Yourself These 9 Key Questions First

September 22, 20250Comments

Launching your own business can be an exciting and rewarding journey. But before diving in, it’s essential to take a step back and carefully evaluate your idea to give yourself…

How Rising Interest Rates Affect Small Businesses – And What You Can Do About It

September 8, 20250Comments

In today’s ever-changing economic climate, small businesses must stay agile to remain competitive—and few changes are as impactful as rising interest rates. At London Accountants, we understand how challenging this can…