HMRC has announced that there will be a “transitional period” for small businesses affected by new VAT rules.
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The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
How business can fight cancer
We are facing a cancer epidemic, and no matter what, it will affect businesses. Here, leading cancer specialist and Medical Director of Healthscreen UK Professor Gordon Wishart explains how companies and organisations can protect themselves – and save lives
UK digital firms get support with new EU VAT rules
Digital services sold to private EU consumers are now to be taxed where the customer lives, rather than where the business is based, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reminded UK businesses.
Business leaders recognised in 2015 New Year’s Honours List
Some big names from the British business and entrepreneurial sector have been rewarded for their service by Queen Elizabeth in her New Year’s Honours list.
Maria Hanson Foundation announces founder’s MBE & Capital Business Media charitable support
The Maria Hanson Foundation has announced its founder Maria Hanson is a recipient of a 2015 Queen’s New Year Honour, an MBE, and has also confirmed the support of Capital Business Media Foundation, the charitable arm of Business Matters owners Capital Business Media.
8,000 companies benefit from Regional Growth Fund
The Regional Growth Fund established by the Deputy Prime Minister has now supported 8,000 companies through 400 projects and programmes.
Business Minister announces red tape drive saves business a record £10 billion
Business Minister Matthew Hancock has announced the government’s war on red tape has saved business £10 billion over the last 4 years.
2015 needs to be a ‘rollover year’ for productivity, predicts CIPD
This year delivered growth but 2015 must be a year of productivity to sustain growth and improve earnings
Finance tips for the New Year
With UK self-employment at a record high and the deadline for online self-assessment tax returns looming at the end of January, now is the time to spring clean your finances ready for the year ahead.
Skills Shortages Fuel Productivity Problem
Skill levels have emerged as the biggest threat to the UK’s competitiveness as a place to employ people
8 Smart Things Super-Productive People Do Each Morning
The super producers know how to start their day and finish tasks, even before lunch. This sets the tone they need to stay productive all day.
A partridge in a pear tree – but is it subject to tax or VAT?
With Christmas in full swing and festive songs all around – including the classic “The Twelve Days of Christmas”, have you ever wondered what tax would be applicable on all of those gifts that he sends?
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Why companies need to get ahead of the social eCommerce curve
Crucial Christmas Run-Up Sees Strongest Retail Sales Growth Since 1988
Retail sales growth accelerated at its fastest pace for almost 26 years. That’s according to the CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades Survey, which covers the crucial run-up to Christmas.
FreeAgent expands Self Assessment filing to ease pain for SMEs
Online accounting pioneer broadens its Self Assessment features for 2015 – and offers to pay £5k towards one lucky small business’s tax bill
