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… Read More »Sequencing short-term finance effectively is vital for avoiding the interest trap
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… Read More »Inflation increases to a four-month high – How will businesses be impacted?
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… Read More »Gifting out of income – The overlooked way to reduce Inheritance Tax
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… Read More »Reckless tax statements: How could an honest mistake become criminal?
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… Read More »Apprenticeship funding has changed – What does this mean for your next hire?
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… Read More »£4.4bn lost to the heat: Is your business ready for the next heatwave?
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… Read More »Invoice financing – Liberating cash tied up in late payments
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… Read More »I have received a HMRC enquiry letter – What do I do now?
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… Read More »Companies House issues warning over scammers
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… Read More »Summer season success: Don’t get caught out by the unique payroll requirements of seasonal workers
