Running your own business and want to extract money in the most tax-efficient way possible? We look at how do dividends work in the UK to help you succeed.
12 December 2023 – Last week the new Home Secretary has unveiled new immigration plans to curb legal immigration to the UK. The new rules will be another blow to small UK businesses struggling with an ongoing skills shortage. Labour shortages and a skills gap has plagued small businesses in the UK for a while, … Read more
5 December 2023 – Tax season is upon us, with the deadline for SME’s and sole traders to submit their Self Assessment tax return for the tax year 2022/23 looming. Yet 25% of SMEs are holding off filing their tax return until the last minute. Every year, when the festive season is approaching, many small … Read more
Want to become your own boss? Here’s everything you need to know on how to start a hairdressing business for yourself in the UK.
28 November 2023 – New data has revealed that for the first time in 12 years, the UK business population has shrunk. More firms have closed down than started up over the past two years. Since after the financial crisis in 2008/09, the number of active UK companies has been rising every year, with the … Read more
23 November 2023 – Yesterday the Chancellor announced his Autumn Statement 2023, setting out the government’s fiscal plan for the year ahead. When the King’s Speech earlier this month announced that the government is focussing on growing the economy in the coming year, many business leaders lamented the lack of detail. With no clear indication … Read more
Being sustainable is becoming more important to both businesses and customers alike. To help go green, here are the top sustainability certifications for UK businesses.
14 November 2023 – Last week we witnessed a historic moment, when we heard the King’s Speech for the first time in 70 years. While economic growth featured prominently, small businesses will wonder what it all means for them. About once a year, the government outlines its priorities for the coming year delivered by the … Read more
Ready to be your own boss? Find out how to start a business as a heating engineer with our in-depth guide.
31 October 2023 – A labour and skills shortage has been plaguing UK businesses for years now. And according to a new study, business leaders are concerned about the challenges continuing in 2024. The right staff is vital for any business to grow and thrive. But in recent years, a skills gap has impacted on … Read more