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13 Jan 2026

Over 4,800 self assessment scams reported

More than 4,800 self assessment scams have been reported since February 2025, according to data released by HMRC.

12 Jan 2026

Anxiety over business rates hits record high

A poll carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has revealed that business rates anxiety has hit a record high, with 34% of firms worried about their rates.

09 Jan 2026

Trading with EU getting harder, firms say

A survey carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has found that 54% of exporters in the UK think the UK-EU trade deal is adversely affecting their sales.

08 Jan 2026

HMRC app usage surged in 2025

Use of the HMRC app surged last year as millions of users downloaded it for the first time, according to the tax authority's figures.

07 Jan 2026

More clouds gathering over business confidence

Confidence among firms has continued to weaken, with tax remaining the biggest concern, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

06 Jan 2026

Millions yet to file self assessment returns

HMRC has warned 5.65 million self assessment taxpayers to file their tax returns before the deadline on 31 January.

05 Jan 2026

Spring Statement set for 3 March 2026

The Spring Statement has been scheduled for 3 March 2026 by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves.

02 Jan 2026

Public told to be wary of 'spoofing' scams

Bank TSB has warned the public to be wary of so-called 'spoofing' scams during 'scam season'.

31 Dec 2025

Have you made your financial New Year's resolutions?

With 2026 just around the corner, you may wish to consider creating some financial New Year's resolutions.

30 Dec 2025

Don't forget to file your self assessment tax return

HMRC has urged taxpayers to file their self assessment tax returns early.

29 Dec 2025

Seasonal workers urged to check their pay

HMRC has urged seasonal workers to check their pay to ensure they're not out of pocket.

24 Dec 2025

IHT reliefs threshold to rise to £2.5 million for farmers and businesses

The level of the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) thresholds will be increased from £1 million to £2.5 million, the government has announced.

23 Dec 2025

Wages flatline and unemployment rises as jobs market softens

A report carried out by the Resolution Foundation has found that the UK labour market is softening whilst wages stagnate and unemployment rises.

22 Dec 2025

Public contract bids disappearing into a black hole, say small firms

Small firms are being shut out of billions in public contracts as bids disappear into a 'black hole' of unanswered feedback and red tape, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) warns.

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