Royal Mail has launched a new service for shipping goods to US after exemptions from import duties for goods valued under $800 were removed. On 30th July, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that states goods valued at $800 or less will no longer be exempt from import duties and … [Read more...]
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Companies House online filing moves to GOV.UK One Login
Businesses filing documents with Companies House online will be able to connect their accounts to the GOV.UK One Login. The move to a single sign-in via the GOV.UK One Login means companies of all sizes will benefit from a more secure, consistent way of accessing government services, and gives … [Read more...]
UK retailers write to Chancellor ahead of Autumn Budget
Chief Executives of more than 60 UK retailers, along with leaders of industry bodies, have written to the Chancellor ahead of her Autumn Budget. Signatories include bosses of major supermarkets, long-standing high street brands such as John Lewis and Boots, fast food chains and industry bodies … [Read more...]
HMRC warns of Self Assessment scams
HMRC is warning the millions of its Self Assessment customers to be vigilant to scams claiming to to be from the department. Scammers often impersonate HMRC, offering fake refunds or demanding urgent payments to steal personal and banking information. And while scams will claim its safe to share … [Read more...]
Inflation rose to 3.8% in July
Latest annual inflation data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has revealed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has risen by 3.8% in July. The increase, up from 3.6% in June, has exceeded economists expectations and is well above the Bank of England's 2% target for inflation. The Bank of … [Read more...]
Message confirmed for national emergency alert test
The message that will be sent during a test of the UK's emergency alert system at around 3pm on 7th September has been confirmed. Mobile phones connected to 4G and 5G networks will will vibrate and emit a loud, siren-like sound for up to ten seconds. A message will appear on screen, making it … [Read more...]
Electric van and truck grant scheme extended
Drivers and businesses will continue to benefit from lower prices for electric vans and trucks following the announcement of an extension to government funding to reduce their costs. The plug-in van and truck grant currently offers discounts up to £2,500 for small vans, £5,000 for large vans, … [Read more...]
UK GDP grew 0.3% in three months from April to June 2025
The UK economy grew 0.3% in the three months from April to June 2025, according to the latest GDP estimates from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). While the latest growth figure represents a slight slowdown in the 0.7% growth recorded in the previous quarter, the UK economy has … [Read more...]
Claire’s Accessories enters administration
Around 2,000 retail jobs across the UK, including in Stockport, have been put at risk as high street fashion accessories chain, Claire's, goes into administration. Administrators from advisory firm, Interpath, were appointed to Claire’s Accessories UK Ltd, Claire's European Services Limited and … [Read more...]
£9.5 million fund launched to tackle digital divide
Charities and local authorities are to be supported in efforts to address digital inequality through the launch of a £9.5 million government Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund. With 7.9 million UK adults lacking basic digital skills, and 1.6 million living completely offline, the fund aims to … [Read more...]
The Entertainer becomes employee-owned
Family-run chain of toy shops, The Entertainer, has announced it will be the latest high street brand to become employee-owned. The chain's owner, TEAL Group Holdings, which also owns the Early Learning Centre and Addo brands, will transfer to a 100% employee-owned trust (EOT) in September. The … [Read more...]
Used car market returns to pre-pandemic levels
Sales of used cars in the second quarter of 2025 grew 1.7% to almost 2 million, new data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has shown. The rise, the 10th consecutive quarter of growth, brings half-yearly sales within 1% of pre-pandemic levels. The quarter saw petrol car … [Read more...]
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