Small business news
Find out the latest news affecting small businesses.
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7-minute read
Unpaid favours are costing UK tradespeople £2,600 a year
New research reveals the true cost of being helpful on your business.
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3-minute read
What could Andy Burnham mean for small businesses?
Burnham looks set to become the next British prime minister.
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5-minute read
Mileage tax relief just jumped to 55p – what it means for the self-employed
HMRC just increased the mileage tax relief for the first time in 15 years.
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7-minute read
Quarterly tax reporting: practical ways to stay ahead of the new deadlines
Manage quarterly reporting like a pro with these tips from tax specialist Mike Parkes.
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2-minute read
FCA mortgage reforms could ease access for self-employed
More freelancers could get on the property ladder with mortgage reforms.
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6-minute read
Late kick-offs could cost UK pubs nearly £200m this summer
Arsenal icon Ray Parlour backs UK pubs in new campaign from Simply Business.
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7-minute read
Summer VAT cut: how small businesses can prepare
A temporary VAT reduction is coming in June to boost summer holiday trade.
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4-minute read
Fuel duty and VAT fuel charges: the latest news for drivers
The government has announced new fuel duty and VAT fuel charge rules for 2026.
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4-minute read
Will stamp price rises push small businesses to rethink strategy?
Rethink products, pricing, and shipping as postage prices push up.
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3-minute read
Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) changes for April 2026
Find out about the new nil return rules and what it means for you.
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