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New business headlines break every day, and it’s important to keep up with the latest developments.
Our daily business updates will ensure you’re always up to date with news stories that may affect you and your business. You can count on us to keep you informed about any changes to legislation or HMRC guidelines, every weekday.
Small employer relief rate for statutory pay rises to 8.5%
Higher compensation from April 2025 eases small business costs.Treasury scraps PAYE hours reporting plans
Dividend reporting will go ahead in April 2025.VAT on private school fees challenged in court
High Court to hear case in April over policy legality.Banks challenge BoE’s loss-absorbing capital rules
Lenders argue requirements exceed international standards.HMRC ends emergency tax codes for pensioners
Simpler tax rules aim to reduce errors and delays.HMRC to update taxpayers regarding loan charge
Mid-March letters outline next steps for affected taxpayers.3.4m taxpayers still to file for self assessment
File now to avoid penalties and interest charges.Capital gains tax boosts Treasury income
Budget-driven CGT rises 60% in three months.UK wages rise at record pace
Private sector leads fastest real pay growth in years.Graduates risk student loan bills with pay rise
Overtime risks tipping graduates into loan obligations.
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