The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
A cross-party report says the Home Office has not tracked when skilled worker visa holders leave the UK, raising concerns over illegal working and weak immigration…
Smaller UK businesses will retain the right to file simplified accounts as the government pauses Companies House reform over concerns it could increase red tape.
Rachel Reeves hints at new tax rises to cover a potential £40bn Budget shortfall, as economic growth falters and Labour’s welfare U-turns pile pressure on the…
HMRC is set to collect £17m from Wimbledon 2025’s £53.5m prize pot, with singles champions losing up to £1.3m to UK tax under rules targeting international…
Ryanair and easyJet cancel nearly 450 flights as French air traffic controllers strike, prompting calls from airlines for urgent EU reform to protect passengers.
UK government bond yields dip after Keir Starmer backs Rachel Reeves, calming market fears over fiscal uncertainty and future borrowing plans.
New research by City & Guilds reveals 76% of UK construction businesses face recruitment struggles, threatening the government’s 1.5 million homes target.
All 17 companies in the UK’s latest four-day working week trial will continue with reduced hours after reporting improved wellbeing, productivity and job satisfaction.
Frasers Group replaces existing loans with new £3.5bn banking facility, signalling confidence in its expansion strategy and potential for further acquisitions.
Amazon now has over 1 million robots in its warehouses—matching its human workforce—as it ramps up AI-driven automation and reshapes jobs across the company.
Santander agrees £2.65bn deal to acquire TSB from Spain’s Sabadell, beating Barclays in latest move amid accelerating UK banking consolidation.
Royal Mail pledges £1m in apprenticeship levy gifting to help small UK businesses tackle skills gaps and drive growth, alongside launch of new Small Business Hub.
Greggs warns of lower annual profits after June heatwave dents footfall and sales, sending shares down 13% and raising concerns over growth strategy.
UK tech giants including Google, Amazon and Palantir discussed subcutaneous trackers, AI advisors and robot wardens with ministers to tackle prison overcrowding—sparking human rights concerns.
UK industry leaders warn the new Extended Producer Responsibility packaging tax will push up prices, hurt SMEs, and drive production abroad. Defra finalises fees ahead of…