More than 864,000 sole traders and landlords within scope of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax have until 7th August to submit their first quarterly update. The quarterly update covers income and expenses for the first three months of the tax year for those earning more than £50,000 from … [Read more...]
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Education reforms to raise the profile of technical education nationwide
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced changes to the education system that will raise of the profile of technical education by offering new pathways for Year 10 students. From age 14 (Year 10), students will have the chance to combine core academic subjects – including English, maths and … [Read more...]
Stockport brewery welcomes business rates cuts for pubs
Following Prime Minister Andy Burnham's announcement of cuts to business rates for pubs, Stockport-based brewery and pub operator Robinsons Brewery has welcomed the support for the sector. The 20% cut to business rates for pub, social clubs and live music venues – described by the Prime Minister … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham appoints new Cabinet
Andy Burnham, has appointed his new Cabinet after being made Prime Minister on 20th July, and set out his vision for his premiership. Speaking outside No 10 Downing Street, the former Greater Manchester Mayor outlined his government would begin work on a 10-year strategy for the UK, as well as … [Read more...]
Tax advisers have less than one month to register under new requirements
HMRC is warning tax advisers that they have less than one month to register under new mandatory requirements that come into force in August. The first phase of Modernising and Mandating Tax Adviser Registration (MMTAR) closes on 18 August 2026 for new tax advisers, or advisers interacting … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham becomes next UK Prime Minister
Former Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham is to become the next UK Prime Minister, after being confirmed as Leader of the Labour Party on Friday, 17th July. Burnham (pictured during a BBC Breakfast interview during his tenure as Greater Manchester Mayor) was elected to Parliament following … [Read more...]
Unfair dismissal changes among biggest Employment Rights Act challenges for businesses, finds Acas survey
A survey of businesses commissioned by Acas has revealed upcoming changes to unfair dismissal rules, sick pay, and paternity leave as among employment law changes that will pose the greatest challenge for employers. The YouGov survey, commissioned by Acas, asked bosses which changes in the … [Read more...]
John Lewis to launch RIXO collaboration across all stores
Retailer, John Lewis, has announced the launch of its biggest-ever fashion collaboration that will bring a collection from British brand, RIXO, to all of its stores, including John Lewis Cheadle. Continuing John Lewis’ commitment to supporting British design talent, the collaboration with RIXO … [Read more...]
Late payments data shows improvements ahead of new legislation
New official statistics have revealed large businesses are improving payment practices and the time taken to pay suppliers ahead of new legislation to strengthen protections for small businesses against late payments. Since data began being collected by government in 2018, the time large … [Read more...]
Reforms planned to strengthen equal pay rules
A new consultation has launched to shape reforms to equal pay rules, which aim to strengthen protections for workers against discriminatory pay practices and speed up court and tribunal proceedings. Government is launching work alongside pay discrimination-related findings from a call for … [Read more...]
New fund launched to support innovations helping disabled people into work
Businesses, charities, and public sector organisations are being invited to apply to a new fund to trial innovations to support disabled people and those out of work due to ill-heath into employment. The £60 million Pathways to Work Innovation Fund will open for bids in September 2026 and will … [Read more...]
Scheme to improve access to finance for SMEs set for expansion
The British Business Bank's Growth Guarantee Scheme is set to be scaled up to facilitate SMEs to borrow £3.35 billion per year by 2028/29 as part of plans to improve access to finance for small businesses. The gap between the SME demand for finance and the amount available is estimated to be … [Read more...]