Business News

02 Jan 2026

Public told to be wary of 'spoofing' scams

Bank TSB has warned the public to be wary of so-called 'spoofing' scams during 'scam season'.

31 Dec 2025

Have you made your financial New Year's resolutions?

With 2026 just around the corner, you may wish to consider creating some financial New Year's resolutions.

30 Dec 2025

Don't forget to file your self assessment tax return

HMRC has urged taxpayers to file their self assessment tax returns early.

29 Dec 2025

Seasonal workers urged to check their pay

HMRC has urged seasonal workers to check their pay to ensure they're not out of pocket.

24 Dec 2025

IHT reliefs threshold to rise to £2.5 million for farmers and businesses

The level of the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) thresholds will be increased from £1 million to £2.5 million, the government has announced.

23 Dec 2025

Wages flatline and unemployment rises as jobs market softens

A report carried out by the Resolution Foundation has found that the UK labour market is softening whilst wages stagnate and unemployment rises.

22 Dec 2025

Public contract bids disappearing into a black hole, say small firms

Small firms are being shut out of billions in public contracts as bids disappear into a 'black hole' of unanswered feedback and red tape, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) warns.

19 Dec 2025

Interest rates cut to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75%, bringing the cost of borrowing down to its lowest level in nearly three years.

18 Dec 2025

UK Treasury to regulate cryptocurrency under new legislation

The UK will bring cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, into a regulatory framework, with legislation due by 2027.

17 Dec 2025

UK inflation falls to 3.2% in November

UK inflation fell by more than expected in November amid a slowdown in food prices, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

16 Dec 2025

Weaknesses holding UK economy back, CBI warns

The latest economic forecast from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has warned that 'underlying weaknesses' are holding the UK economy back.

15 Dec 2025

Budget unlikely to be growth game changer

The Autumn Budget is unlikely to kickstart the UK economy, with the nation's growth outlook remaining subdued, according to research from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

12 Dec 2025

HMRC offers time to help pay self assessment tax bills

HMRC is offering self assessment taxpayers a reminder that help is available to manage their tax bill.

11 Dec 2025

£725 million package unveiled to support apprenticeships

The government recently unveiled a £725 million package aimed at supporting apprenticeships and combating youth unemployment.