The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Cadogan Estates CEO Hugh Seaborn criticises the UK's "tourist tax," arguing it drives affluent tourists to France and Italy, impacting luxury brands and the broader economy.
The UK new car market records its 22nd consecutive month of growth in May, driven by rising sales of battery electric and hybrid vehicles, despite overall…
Jersey Oil and Gas, Serica Energy, and Neo Energy delay the £900m Buchan project due to potential Labour government windfall tax increases, postponing production until late…
More than a third of children from poorer families are persistently absent from school, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, highlighting a growing educational gap…
The European Court of Justice rules against McDonald’s in a trademark dispute with Supermac’s, blocking the use of the 'Big Mac' name for chicken burgers and…
Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney dismisses speculation about a political role in a future Labour government, affirming his departure from UK officialdom.
New analysis reveals Asda as the UK's most expensive supermarket fuel retailer, with petrol and diesel prices higher than Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's.
Bramley pub landlord reports significant business losses due to a 'do not drink' water notice caused by contamination concerns linked to a fuel leak from a…
Former England striker Emile Heskey has been ordered to pay nearly £200,000 in legal fees to HMRC following a dispute over a £1.637m unpaid tax bill.
The Conservatives plan to cap migrant visas annually, with MPs voting on immigration numbers, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak promises "bold action" ahead of the election.
Labour's proposed ban on exploitative zero-hours contracts sparks concerns among hospitality leaders about potential economic drawbacks and reduced investment.
Nigel Farage announces his return to politics, standing as an MP in Clacton and leading Reform UK. This move shakes up the election landscape, with Farage…
A technical glitch at HMRC has left approximately half a million people without their scheduled Child Benefit payments, causing significant distress among affected families.
Monzo, the digital bank, has turned its first annual profit, overcoming a significant increase in bad loan provisions. The bank's revenue has doubled, and deposits have…
The UK's manufacturing sector has shown its fastest growth in almost two years, according to the latest PMI survey. Despite inflationary pressures and high interest rates,…