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July 27, 2026
Andy Burnham’s new government, a balancing act
Andy Burnham’s first days as Prime Minister have been marked by a flurry of announcements designed to show that his government intends to move quickly. Presenting himself as a leader focused on easing pressure on households and rebuilding trust in politics, Burnham has begun reshaping government while signalling the priorities that will define his administration.
July 23, 2026
Changes planned for modernising company taxation on capital distributions
HMRC have opened a consultation, ‘Modernising the taxation of distributions and repayments of capital from companies’. They are seeking views on proposals to modernise the tax framework dealing with distributions made by companies to shareholders who are individuals or trusts.
May 27, 2026
HMRC introduces targeted advance assurance service for R&D claims
Originally proposed in last autumn’s Budget, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) have introduced a targeted advance assurance service for Research and Development (R&D) tax relief claims. The service, which is a pilot, aims to provide businesses with clarity on complex or high-risk areas before they make a claim.
May 26, 2026
Nationwide crackdown on dodgy high street shops
A major police offensive was announced last week that will tackle dodgy shops linked to organised crime. Rogue high street businesses will face raids, closures and cash seizures.
May 21, 2026
AI providing misleading advice on VAT return filing
Incorrect advice provided by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other websites is contributing to a growing trend of late VAT return filing and payment.
May 20, 2026
Four simple ways to improve business profit within 12 months
Most businesses don’t need big ideas or complicated plans to improve profit. In practice, profits will usually increase by tightening up a few everyday things and being more deliberate about how time and effort are applied.
May 18, 2026
Government commits to self-driving technology
The government has announced it has signed a new partnership with Wayve, a British company that is developing self-driving vehicle technologies.
May 14, 2026
What will happen to interest rates in 2026?
The ongoing Middle East conflict has raised concerns over its effect on UK inflation and interest rates in the coming months.
May 13, 2026
Credit control: The quiet discipline that keeps a business alive
Running a business in recent times has been a lesson in resilience. Costs continue to increase and customers are cautious. Cash is proving tight for many businesses and credit control is a core discipline for keeping a business afloat in such times.
May 11, 2026
Pub closures blamed on costs and disproportionate tax burden
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) have reported that 161 pubs closed across the country in the first three months of 2026. It is estimated that this has led to the loss of 2,400 jobs. Scotland has been the most heavily affected, with 41 closures between January and March.
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