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October 17, 2024
Are you complying with competition law? Reviewing the CMA’s latest warning
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has just published a new set of heat maps showing where businesses across the UK have received warning or advisory letters for potentially breaking competition law. It’s the first time the CMA has published this kind of information, and it’s a reminder for all businesses to ensure they’re on the right side of the law.
October 16, 2024
Solar power in the spotlight
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, along with a newly reactivated Solar Taskforce, is spearheading a major push to get more solar panels on homes and businesses by 2030. This is all part of a wider strategy to build the UK’s energy independence, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and protect consumer bills from volatile energy markets.
July 10, 2024
Economy growth higher than estimated
Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the economy grew by 0.7% between January and March. This is higher than their initial estimate of 0.6%, and means that the country’s emergence from recession was stronger than expected.
July 8, 2024
Election results in: What will be the effect on your tax bill?
So, the election results are in and the Labour party won the country’s mandate to form a new parliament. What could that mean for the tax you pay?
July 4, 2024
Base rate plateau a concern for small businesses
In the wake of the Bank of England's decision to maintain the base rate at 5.25%, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has expressed concern about the impact on small business growth and investment.
July 3, 2024
Voluntary Code of Conduct for Directors: will it make a difference?
The Institute of Directors (IoD) have published a consultation document on a code of conduct for directors.
July 1, 2024
Are you ready for a cyber attack?
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provides an ‘Exercise in a Box’ online tool that can help businesses check how resilient they are to cyber attacks as well as practise their response in a safe environment.
June 27, 2024
Meta pauses plans to train AI with user data
Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, have had plans to use Facebook and Instagram user date to train generative AI.
June 26, 2024
Don’t be caught by false claims on business rates appeal deadlines
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued a warning about false claims being made about the deadline for appealing the 2023 list for business rates.
June 24, 2024
Inflation falls to 2%
Figures released by the Office of National Statistics show that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) for May 2024 was 2%. This is a reduction from the 2.3% assessed in April and means that inflation has hit the Bank of England’s target rate for the first time in nearly 3 years.
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