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Reeves looks at legacy 45p mileage rate with ‘close interest’

27th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

After being frozen 15 years ago by then chancellor George Osborne under the coalition government, chancellor Rachel Reeves is now considering revisiting the excessively low rate of approved mileage allowance payment (AMAP) rates, currently set at 45p.

Is Your Business Ready for 2026/27?

25th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

With 6 April 2026, ushering in the start of the new tax year, there are some changes on the way that may affect how you run and plan for your business

HMRC launches ‘Tax Confident’ website designed to fill tax knowledge gaps.

19th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

HMRC launches ‘Tax Confident’ website designed to fill tax knowledge gaps. It covers tax essentials from setting up a business to retirement.

4m Side Hustlers targeted by HMRC as online platforms share data

18th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

Millions of side hustlers warned as HMRC receives huge tranche of £55bn worth of sales data from online platforms including eBay, Airbnb and finfluencer sites

Health and Safety Campaign for Home Workers

17th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a campaign to remind employers that they have the same legal duties for home workers as office-based staff.

Employers: Are You Ready for a New Tax Year?

16th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The end of the 2025/26 tax year will soon be here, which means a few additional tasks to carry out on your payroll, if you run one.

Chancellor: ‘Nothing Off the Table’ on Business Support

12th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

Appearing at the influential Treasury Committee, the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, was supposed to discuss her Spring Statement, although the war in the Middle East meant most of the two and a quarter hour session was spent discussing the conflict.

How Clear Are Your Prices?

12th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a Clearing Pricing campaign aiming to encourage businesses to be upfront, transparent and fair in their pricing.

Boost in Grants for Installing EV Chargers

10th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The government has announced an over 40% increase in charge point grant amounts that will mean businesses, landlords and renters could save up to £500 on installing an electric vehicle (EV) charge point.

Spring Forecast 2026: What Does the OBR’s Latest Forecast Mean for You?

9th Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

During a week dominated by news of the Middle East conflict, on 3 March 2026, Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented the Spring Forecast to Parliament. The Chancellor told MPs she had “restored economic stability” as she presented the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR’s) economic forecasts.

Guidance Released on the New Business Rates Relief for Pubs and Live Music Venues

3rd Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The government has released fresh guidance on the new business rates discount for pubs and live music venues in England for the 2026/27 tax year. If you run a hospitality business, or a venue that hosts live performances, the new relief could reduce your rates bills over the next three years.

A Practical Look at the Cycle to Work Scheme for Employers

2nd Mar 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The Cycle to Work scheme continues to attract interest from employees and employers alike looking to optimise their salary package and perhaps gain a tax break.

Could a Fiscal “Traffic Light System” Help Your Business Cut Through Uncertainty?

26th Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

A leading think tank has criticised the fiscal rules that the Chancellor uses to determine the government’s tax and spending plans. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has suggested that reducing complex finances to a pass‑or‑fail number misses the bigger picture.

Countdown to Vaping Products Duty: What you need to know

23rd Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding manufacturers, importers, and warehousekeepers involved with vaping products to prepare for registration for Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme from 1 April 2026.

Too many sole traders ‘know very little’ about MTD

23rd Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

Low awareness is coupled with scepticism as one in four self employed and sole traders do not see any benefit from Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, saying it will only help HMRC and raise their costs, latest survey finds

HMRC Advisory fuel rates for company car users from 1 March 2026

23rd Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

HMRC have announced the advisory fuel rates for company car users from 1 March 2026

New Detail Published on How Last Year’s Budget Leak Unfolded

17th Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The government has now published its Review into the 2025 Autumn Budget leak, explaining how the Office for Budget Responsibility’s Economic and Fiscal Outlook (EFO) was accessible online an hour before the Chancellor was due to speak.

CMA Proposes New Rules to Give Businesses More Control Over Google Search

11th Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced a set of proposed measures aimed at increasing fairness, transparency and choice for businesses and consumers using Google’s search services in the UK.

Salary Sacrifice: Tax Efficient Options for Employers and Employees

10th Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

With costs rising, many employers and employees are looking for practical ways to reduce outgoings without cutting benefits. Salary sacrifice can be an excellent tool to do this, but many businesses overlook it.

Business Rates Relief for Pubs and Live Music Venues

4th Feb 2026 | Posted by: Suzy Hill

It has been announced that eligible pubs and live music venues in England will receive a 15% discount on their business rates bills in 2026/27. Rates bills will then be frozen in real terms for a further two years.

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