
Hammond plans to toughen self employed tax rules in Budget
Chancellor Philip Hammond is this week expected to announce plans to raise billions of pounds from Britain’s army of self-employed workers and contractors.
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Chancellor Philip Hammond is this week expected to announce plans to raise billions of pounds from Britain’s army of self-employed workers and contractors.

Two dynamic women - Penny Power OBE and Gail Thomas - have joined forces to launch a High Street chain of Business Cafe's aimed at UKs startup…

The research shows resilience in the SME sector, with one third of companies identifying themselves as currently in growth phase.

While Brits are expected to spend £3bn on Black Friday, new data warns that this ‘sales’ day could, in fact, cost UK retailers £203m in returns…

The winners of the 2017 Lloyds Bank National Business Awards have been revealed at the 16th annual gala dinner ceremony.

Small businesses are positive in their outlook for the year ahead, with 78 per cent stating they are optimistic for the future of their business in…

Deliveroo riders have been ruled self-employed in a test case which was brought by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB).

New research out this week busts some of the most prevalent myths about being self-employed in today’s Britain.

Philip Hammond is set to propose an overhaul to the VAT system that could affect thousands of small businesses as part of next week's Budget.

Research reveals long queues and loud Christmas music are Brits’ top bugbears while shopping on the high street during the festive season.

Research has revealed the top five popular causes of office disputes, with gossip coming top.

UK SMEs remain pessimistic about growth for the third straight quarter as continued uncertainty hampers international export confidence according to new research.

Small businesses in Scotland are the least prepared for Brexit, according to a new report.

Barclays Bank faces a landmark court case this week brought by a customer who claims the bank “took advantage” of him to mis-sell complex derivatives products.

One of Wales' leading hubs for start-up businesses and entrepreneurs is expanding - as it targets having 1,000 firms under its roof.