UK Economy: Growth Falters, Inflation Rises
Practical Takeaways for Business Owners Business owners across the UK are facing an increasingly complex economic picture. Inflation has crept up again and recent figures show the economy has contracted for two months in a row. So, what’s really going on – and what should you be doing as a business owner? Inflation rises […]
Navigating the Landfill Tax Reform: What UK Businesses Should Prepare For
A Treasury consultation launched in July 2025 proposed eliminatingexisting reduced-rate or exempt status on around 7.5 million tonnes of waste currently enjoying landfill tax relief, potentially raising up to £1 billion per year. Sectors particularly exposed—construction, steel, property development, and manufacturing—are watching closely, warning of cost spikes and disruption. Rising Costs and Industry Impact Currently, landfill tax […]
Government Unveils Roadmap for Employment Rights Bill
What are the implications for your business? Following publication of the Employment Rights Bill in October 2024, the government has published a comprehensive implementation roadmap. The roadmap outlines a phased timeline for one of the most significant overhauls of UK employment law in decades. Aimed at raising living standards and strengthening workplace protections, it’s […]
How the Non Dom Abolition and Golden Visa Revival Affect UK Businesses
Since 6 April 2025, the UK has dismantled the historic non dom tax status, ushering in a residence based regime: wealthy individuals residing over four years now face UK tax on worldwide income, capital gains, and inheritance Financial This shake up has triggered a wave of departures among high net worth individuals (HNWIs) – with […]
FSB Updates Guidance on Employers’ Liability Insurance
Help in checking your insurance arrangements The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has recently updated its guidance on Employers’ Liability insurance – a useful reminder of the rules and risks around a business insurance that is legally required in the UK. The guidance explains that if you employ anyone – including part-time, temporary, or even […]
Farmers Take Government to Court Over Inheritance Tax Reform
A growing number of UK farmers are gearing up to challenge the government in court over proposed changes to inheritance tax (IHT) reliefs that, they argue, could threaten the survival of family farms. The controversy centres on Agricultural Property Relief (APR), a key tax benefit that has allowed farming families to pass on land and […]
HMRC Seeks £7.5 billion from Unpaid Tax What UK Businesses Must Know
In June 2025, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) revealed a plan to recover an additional £7.5 billion per year by 2029–30 as part of a broader effort to close the UK tax gap. This initiative is central to the government’s Spending Review 2025, which provides funding to boost HMRC’s compliance capacity. With a widening tax gap—5.3% […]
How to Protect Sensitive Personal Information
New guidance published by NCSC The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published new guidance to help businesses identify and protect against the risks of holding sensitive personal information. The guidance can help you to understand what sensitive personal information is and identify any that your business holds. It also provides some principles that, if […]
Chancellor Releases 2025 Spending Review
Takeaway Points for Your Business The Chancellor unveiled her Spending Review in June setting out how government departments will allocate money over the coming years. While much of the focus was on large-scale public services like the NHS and schools, there are some important signals here for businesses to take note of – both in […]
Autumn 2025 CGT Hike: What UK Businesses Must Plan Now
Following recent consultations and political signals, there’s growing expectation that the Autumn 2025 Budget will include increases to Capital Gains Tax (CGT). The potential rise adds urgency for business owners, particularly those considering asset disposals or restructuring. Here’s what UK businesses need to know to respond effectively. Why CGT May Rise in Autumn 2025 With […]