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).
17 Dec 2025
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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.
16 Dec 2025
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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).
15 Dec 2025
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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.
12 Dec 2025
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£725 million package unveiled to support apprenticeships
The government recently unveiled a £725 million package aimed at supporting apprenticeships and combating youth unemployment.
11 Dec 2025
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Covid fraud cost UK taxpayers £10.9 billion
Taxpayers lost £10.9 billion to fraud and error as the UK government's pandemic response 'left the front door open to fraud', an independent report has revealed.
10 Dec 2025
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Most sole traders are not ready for MTD changes
The majority of sole traders do not have a clear understanding of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT), according to research from the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE).
09 Dec 2025
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Firms reducing headcount at 'fastest pace since pandemic'
Firms reducing headcount at 'fastest pace since pandemic'
08 Dec 2025
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E-invoicing will be fundamental change for VAT-registered businesses
The mandatory introduction of e-invoicing for all VAT-registered businesses selling to UK business customers from April 2029 will be a fundamental change, says the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).
05 Dec 2025
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Still time to start self assessment returns, says HMRC
Although there are less than two months until the self assessment deadline there is still time to start an accurate return, says HMRC.
04 Dec 2025
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Spending cuts and tax rises to serve as headwinds to economy
A report published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has suggested that tax rises and spending cuts announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will serve as headwinds to the UK economy.
03 Dec 2025
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Director confidence 'near record low'
A report carried out by the Institute of Directors (IoD) has found that confidence amongst business directors is at a near record low.
02 Dec 2025
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MTD penalties waived for first year of Income Tax
Self assessment taxpayers due to join Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) next April will not face penalties if they are late filing quarterly updates.
01 Dec 2025
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Chancellor 'choosing to spend more and borrow more', says think tank
In its response to the 2025 Autumn Budget, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has stated that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is 'choosing to spend more and borrow more' than she previously said she would.
28 Nov 2025
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