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August 27, 2026
Cost of business crisis for British SMEs
UK businesses are facing a “cost of business crisis”, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Its new cost-stack calculator shows government policy alone has pushed up an average firm's expenses by 70% over the past decade, adding roughly £827,000 a year in costs for a typical mid-sized business. About a quarter of the rise stems from the increase in employer National Insurance contributions, with the higher minimum wage and mandatory pension auto-enrolment also major contributors.
August 26, 2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax first quarter statistics published
Under Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, sole traders and landlords with income of more than £50,000 have been required to keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC since 6 April 2026.
November 5, 2025
Directors’ Report Requirement to Be Removed
As part of its move to reduce ‘red tape’ and aid business growth, the government has announced plans to remove the requirement for companies to include a directors’ report as part of their annual accounts.
November 3, 2025
ICO Consultation Opens on New Email and Text Marketing Rules for Charities
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched a consultation on how charities can make use of new rules that will allow greater use of electronic marketing in contacting their supporters.
October 30, 2025
Government strengthens regulators’ duty to support business growth
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.
October 29, 2025
Bridging Generational Gaps: How to Build a Better Workplace for Everyone
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 of office culture.
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