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Warm Homes loans: what small installers should check
The Warm Homes loan launch gives small installers a reason to check lender access, MCS certification, quotation evidence and payment terms before discussing finance.
Respect Orders: what England’s small shops should do now
Respect Orders are now available in England and Wales. Small shops in England can check incident records, reporting routes and existing case-review options.
Paper Self Assessment deadline: what sole traders must check
HMRC must receive standard paper Self Assessment returns by 31 October. Sole traders should check their filing route, access and submission arrangements this week.
Airbnb checkout changes: what small hosts should prepare
Airbnb’s new policy applies to bookings from 20 November. Small hosts can review checkout requests, cleaning arrangements and rental agreements now.
iPhone contactless plans: a window for small developers
Small developers can respond to the CMA’s iPhone contactless access proposals by 17 November. Check technical barriers and costs while final terms remain undecided.
Private parking code: what small firms should check now
New private parking protections are announced for Great Britain. Small firms can review customer instructions, operator contacts and work-driver records while awaiting commencement.
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