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01-09-2026

Sequencing short-term finance effectively is vital for avoiding the interest trap

For many businesses, short-term finance can provide an essential lifeline when cash flow becomes tight. Whether a business needs support covering a gap between paying suppliers and

01-09-2026

Inflation increases to a four-month high – How will businesses be impacted?

The rate of inflation has hit 2.9 per cent in July 2026, up from 2.6 per cent in June, according to the latest data that has been

01-09-2026

Gifting out of income – The overlooked way to reduce Inheritance Tax

For many people, giving financial support to family members is an important part of their financial planning. Whether it is helping children with pension contributions or providing

01-09-2026

Reckless tax statements: How could an honest mistake become criminal?

In June 2026, the Government published a document to gather views on the introduction of a criminal offence for making reckless or untrue statements relating to tax.

01-09-2026

Apprenticeship funding has changed – What does this mean for your next hire?

New funding rules for apprenticeships have been introduced, impacting any apprenticeships starting after 1 August 2026. This could affect more employers than before as apprenticeships are becoming

01-09-2026

£4.4bn lost to the heat: Is your business ready for the next heatwave?

With temperatures breaking 30 degrees on multiple occasions in 2026, scorching heat is becoming the new normal. Consecutive heatwaves have wiped £4.4 billion from the UK economy,

04-08-2026

Invoice financing – Liberating cash tied up in late payments

SMEs in the UK have struggled with late payments for years and cash tied up in unpaid invoices can put pressure on your business’s ability to operate

04-08-2026

I have received a HMRC enquiry letter – What do I do now?

HMRC enquiry letters are sent to individuals to notify them that HMRC has chosen to formally investigate their tax affairs. While some enquiries are carried out randomly,

04-08-2026

Companies House issues warning over scammers

Companies House has issued warnings to directors after a rise in scam emails following the organisation's new identity verification processes. The scams are designed to create urgency

04-08-2026

Summer season success: Don’t get caught out by the unique payroll requirements of seasonal workers

Seasonal workers are the backbone of many British businesses during the busy summer months. However, employers must understand the unique payroll responsibilities for these workers to ensure

04-08-2026

Parents with teenagers could lose out on Child Benefit after 31 August

If you or any of your employees have children aged 16 to 19, it is worth noting an important HMRC deadline that could affect household finances. What

04-08-2026

MTD is here – What happens if you miss the first deadline on 7 August?

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax became mandatory this year for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000 and the first quarterly update deadline