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UK economic growth figures revised

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that the UK’s economy grew by 0.5% between April and June, a slight dip from the initial estimate of 0.6%.

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New tipping laws: What employers and employees need to know

As of 1st October, new laws are in place to ensure that workers keep 100% of the tips, gratuities, and service charges they earn.

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Chancellor pushes for e-invoicing: What you need to know

The Chancellor unveiled a series of announcements last week that could have implications for UK businesses. One of the most relevant for business owners was the government's push for electronic invoicing (e-invoicing).

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Have a Child Trust Fund? Time to check if you can claim your savings!

If you, or your child, was born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011, there could be a savings account with your or their name on it – literally!

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New apprenticeship reforms: What they mean for your business

The government has announced some reforms to the apprenticeship system in England, which could bring some exciting opportunities for business owners.

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Government cracks down on late payments: how to protect your business

Late payments are a huge headache for small businesses across the UK, costing SMEs around £22,000 per year on average.

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Inflation holds steady in August

The latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics last week show that inflation for the year to August 2024 remained steady at 2.2%.

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Amazon ends hybrid work policy: Is it time to reconsider remote working?

Amazon has announced the end of its hybrid work policy, with corporate staff expected to be back in the office five days a week starting in January.

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New Labour Market Advisory Board: What it means for your business

This board is no ordinary group—it’s a collective of experts drawn from business, industrial relations, and academia, all focused on tackling what’s being called the "greatest employment challenge for a generation."

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Are you National Minimum Wage compliant?

As HMRC intensifies its crackdown on National Minimum Wage (NMW) noncompliance, it’s vital to make sure you don’t fall foul of NMW laws

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Tax breaks for start-ups extended to 2035

The Treasury has confirmed the extension of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Venture Capital Trust (VCT) tax reliefs to April 2035

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Companies undermining insolvency rules shut down

In a recent case reported by the Insolvency Service, two connected corporate rescue firms, Atherton Corporate (UK) Ltd and Atherton Corporate Rescue Limited, have been forcibly shut down by the UK courts.

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Companies House online services to move to GOV.UK One Login

Last week, Companies House confirmed that their online services will move to the GOV.UK One Login beginning from autumn 2024.

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Lessons from Labour's Reprimand on Info Requests

As a business owner or manager, it's important to respond promptly to information requests, especially when it comes to Subject Access Requests (SARs).

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Evaluating a business idea: A guide for aspiring entrepreneurs

Economic growth creates new market opportunities, making it an ideal time for entrepreneurs to develop and launch innovative business ideas.

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HMRC advisory fuel rates for company car users from 1 September 2024

HMRC has published the latest advisory fuel rates (AFR) for company car users, effective from 1 September 2024.

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Rural Businesses Set for Major Broadband Boost

Rural business owners across Britain are on the cusp of a significant digital transformation, thanks to a landmark deal between the UK Government and Openreach

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Homebuyers Paid £1.2 Billion in Stamp Duty in July

According to official figures from HMRC, homebuyers in the UK paid an astonishing £1.2 billion in stamp duty in July 2024

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Updated interest rates and repayment thresholds for student loans announced

The latest annual update to Student Loan interest rates was made last week by the Department for Education.

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Do you want to supercharge your growth?

Small Business Britain has opened registrations for its September instalment of the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme.

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