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23 April 2019
7 safety features that'll soon be mandatory in your van

The EU is introducing a range of mandatory safety features in new vehicles from 2022 – and the UK is expected to follow suit, regardless of what happens with Brexit.
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23 April 2019
Landlords to be banned from evicting tenants ‘without good reason’

Plans to stop landlords evicting tenants at short notice and without good reason have taken a step further to becoming reality.
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18 April 2019
MP says 'mistakes' were made on landlord tax relief changes – could the government u-turn?

Former Conservative leader Iain Duncan Smith made the comments at the National Landlord Investor Show.
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18 April 2019
What’s the difference between capital allowances and Annual Investment Allowance?

If you buy equipment, machinery or vehicles (known as plant and machinery) for your business, you may be able to take some of the costs away from your profits before you work out your tax. These costs are known as capital allowances.
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18 April 2019
New survey reveals that 76% of small businesses feel unsupported ahead of Brexit

A new survey commissioned by Simply Business reveals that more than three quarters of small businesses feel unsupported ahead of Brexit.
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16 April 2019
Revealed: the best UK city for small business in 2019

The Small Business Index 2019 has been released, revealing the top cities in the UK for small businesses – and where those locations rank compared with their European counterparts.
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15 April 2019
When is the Self Assessment deadline for tax year 2018-19?

The tax return deadline when filing your online Self Assessment for the tax year ending 5 April 2019 is midnight on 31 January 2020.
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15 April 2019
How to start a security company: a step-by-step guide

With crime rates front of mind for lots of people, now could be a good time to set up a business that makes the public feel safer. Starting a security company is one way to do that.
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10 April 2019
68% of businesses see a positive impact on profits when they give to charities regularly

Not only does charitable giving have benefits for society, a study reveals it could be good for business – with some businesses seeing a positive impact on profits and reputation.
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9 April 2019
Here's how the Prince's Trust supports young entrepreneurs to start a business

If you’re aged 18 to 30 and seeking funding for your new startup idea (or you know a budding entrepreneur who is), the Prince’s Trust could provide the support you’re looking for.
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