Business news
The latest business, tax and economic developments
In the world of business news, it’s easy to feel slightly overwhelmed, as you’re constantly bombarded by alerts and stories, half of which hardly relate to you. We feel that way sometimes, too. That’s why we created our business news section – dedicated to regular business owners like you. With one story a day with only the essentials, you’ll be able to keep up with the biggest business, tax and economic developments of the day.
HMRC reverses helpline changes
Criticism prompts a U-turn in under 24 hours.HMRC reduces helpline services
Self-assessment helpline permanently closed for half the year.PM announces SME reform package
Initiative supported by £60 million.Record 6.7 million people in financial difficulty
Requests for debt help are increasing.Price soars expected on 1 April
National Price Hike Day sees across-the-board increases.Treasury warned over new SME rules
Basel 3.1 supposedly risks banks’ ability to lend.Spring Budget garners mixed reactions
NICs cut while VAT threshold for businesses raised.Fraud under spotlight at Companies House
Phased roll out of new powers to tackle fraud.Increased shopping boosts economy
The economy grew by 0.2%, fueling optimism.PM proposes scrapping National Insurance
Simplifying tax could require other increases.