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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.
MTD for VAT mandatory from May
The transitional online portal will be closed next month.Online VAT portal to close in May
Businesses will need to follow MTD for VAT rules.HMRC explains termination payment rules
Employers should take care when finalising severance packages.IFS launches pensions review
Future pensioners could face "substantial financial difficulties".Inflation eases slightly in March
Government “on track” to drive down inflation.Company insolvencies rose by 37.7% in March
Insolvencies are higher than pre-pandemic levels.Points-based penalties planned for self-assessments
HMRC will introduce the reforms in 2026.Rural SMEs struggle with business costs
37% of firms reported a 10% increase in operating costs.UK economy saw no growth in February
Economic outlook “brighter than expected”, despite slow progress.R&D claims to require more information
Companies will need to fill out an additional form from August.
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