As the festive season approaches, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is urging anyone who earns money from Christmas crafts, seasonal market stalls, or selling festive items to check whether they need
For many sole traders and small business owners, reviewing their accounting system only happens when something forces the issue. For instance, many sole traders are currently looking at whether their accounting system meets
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has confirmed that the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) deposit protection limit will increase from £85,000 to £120,000 from the start of December.
As the festive season approaches, employers are being reminded of their responsibility to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment at work events, including Christmas parties.
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has opened a consultation on new guidance that sets out how it investigates potential data protection breaches and takes enforcement
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has confirmed plans to raise its fees by an average of 25% from 1 April 2026, subject to parliamentary approval. The change will affect applications and renewals for patents, trademarks, and designs.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are writing to some taxpayers to tell them what they need to do to get ready for the new Making Tax Digital rules that come into force next April.
From 18 November 2025, identity verification with Companies House will start to be required for
A new report from Skills England has indicated that many employers are struggling to keep pace with AI-related changes.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reported that over 5.6 million people have accessed its app since the start of the current tax year (6 April 2025). The app offers
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, gave a surprise ā€˜pre-Budget’ speech last week that appeared to pave the way for tax rises in the Budget on 26 November 2025.
The government’s Renters’ Rights Bill has now become law, following Royal Assent last week. The new Act introduces a wide range of changes for private landlords in England. The details on how and when these new rules
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched a consultation on how charities can make use of new rules that will
As part of its move to reduce ā€˜red tape’ and aid business growth, the government has announced plans to remove the requirement for companies to include a
Official figures show that UK government borrowing reached £20.2 billion in September - the highest for the month in five years.
The government has announced a major shake-up in how UK regulators operate, aiming to make them more accountable and more focused on supporting business growth. Beginning last week, regulators have a stronger
Conversations about Generation Z (those born roughly after 1996) and the workplace tend to generate headlines - perhaps even blaming younger workers for disrupting the traditional norms
Running your own business often means juggling a lot - and for many, that includes childcare. With autumn school breaks rapidly approaching, HMRC is reminding working families that the Tax-Free Childcare

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