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July 16, 2026
New proposals to tackle Electronic Sales Suppression
The government is consulting on potential measures that target Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS). Proposals include the introduction of new software standards for Point of Sale systems. Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS) involves businesses using software or devices to manipulate Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) systems to hide transactions and evade tax.
July 15, 2026
UK hiring trends
The June 'UK Report on Jobs' shows subdued business confidence driving a preference for short-term staff. Temporary staff billings rose at the steepest rate in over three years, while permanent staff appointments continued to decline, although at a much slower pace than in May.
April 29, 2026
Why Financially Successful Business Owners Can Still Feel Out of Control
Your business can be doing well financially but you can still feel uncertain about where your personal finances are heading.
April 27, 2026
Shared Office Spaces Being Hit by Increased Business Rates
Recent changes to the way co-working spaces are assessed for business rates are causing considerable concern in the business community. Some estimate that the changes amount to a £600 million stealth tax raid.
April 23, 2026
Valuing Your Business: What Buyers Look for and What You Can Do About It
If you are thinking about selling your business, whether that is in six months or six years, one of the first questions you will probably ask yourself is “what’s it worth?”
April 22, 2026
CBAM Rules: What Importers Need to Know
The government has published further draft legislation on the UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This will have consequences for importers bringing certain carbon-intensive goods into the UK.
April 20, 2026
New “Right to Try” Legislation Removes a Key Barrier to Work for Disabled People
At the end of April 2026, new legislation will come into force designed to address the fear of losing benefits support if a new job does not work out.
April 16, 2026
State Pension Amounts Increase… But So Does the State Pension Age
Last week marked a 4.8% rise in both the basic and new State Pensions. This could mean an additional £575 annually for many pensioners.
April 15, 2026
Are You Ready for E-Invoicing?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently released a research paper on how small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) view electronic invoicing, also called e-invoicing.
April 13, 2026
New Rules to Eliminate Costly Subscription Traps
New rules, which are expected to come into force from spring 2027, will make it easier for people to avoid costly subscription traps.
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