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Business closures to hit 28,000 in 2024
Rising interest rates adding pressure to finances.ONS revises its findings and says economy actually grew in 2021
ONS previously said the economy declined by 1.2% in 2021.Chancellor announces date for Autumn Statement 2023
Hunt will deliver announcement on 22 November.HMRC reopens self-assessment helpline
Helpline closed since 12 June.R&D tax relief ‘ignores’ small businesses
Business group urges Government to rethink R&D reforms.LITRG: check for child benefit tax trap
Warning comes after Tribunal decisions.HMRC clarifies rules on basis period tax reporting
Basis period reform introduced in April 2023.ULEZ expansion: what you need to know
The ULEZ has now expanded to cover all of London.UK employers are planning 5% pay rises
Inflationary heat continues to singe the job market.HMRC confirms sole traders can deduct ULEZ fees
Vehicle replacement subsidy also available.
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