
November 12, 2026
Consultation indicates Founders’ Relief technicalities
The government has published a technical consultation on its new Founders’ Relief. The consultation itself provides an overview of the proposed qualifying conditions for it, including individual and company requirements and what must be satisfied. HMRC’s own figures, however, show that the strict conditions mean only about 600 individuals will be eligible to apply each year.

November 11, 2026
Costs of borrowing up
It’s bad news for mortgage holders and borrowers as the Bank of England (BoE) raises interest rates by a quarter point to 4% for the first time since August 2023.

October 22, 2026
What will happen to interest rates in 2026?
The ongoing Middle East conflict has raised concerns over its effect on UK inflation and interest rates in the coming months.

October 22, 2026
Credit control: The quiet discipline that keeps a business alive
Running a business in recent times has been a lesson in resilience. Costs continue to increase and customers are cautious. Cash is proving tight for many businesses and credit control is a core discipline for keeping a business afloat in such times.

October 22, 2026
Pub closures blamed on costs and disproportionate tax burden
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) have reported that 161 pubs closed across the country in the first three months of 2026. It is estimated that this has led to the loss of 2,400 jobs. Scotland has been the most heavily affected, with 41 closures between January and March.

October 22, 2026
Data law change relaxes consent rules for charities
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has published final guidance on the new ‘charitable purposes soft opt-in’ provision introduced by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

October 22, 2026
The NCSC to begin recommending use of passkeys
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) announced at CYBERUK 2026 in Glasgow that it will begin recommending the use of passkeys wherever a service supports them, and two-step verification (2SV) where it does not.

October 22, 2026
Renters’ Rights Act: Key actions for landlords
The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026 and represents the biggest change to renting in England for a generation. All landlords must be ready, as the new rules apply to both new and existing tenancies from day one.

October 22, 2026
Consultation on Process for Handling Flexible Working Requests
The government has opened a consultation on a new consultation process that employers will need to follow when handling flexible working requests.

October 22, 2026
Why Financially Successful Business Owners Can Still Feel Out of Control
Your business can be doing well financially but you can still feel uncertain about where your personal finances are heading.






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