HMRC payslip fraud warning: checks small employers should make now
HMRC has warned about payslip and CIS deduction fraud. Here are practical checks for small employers, agencies and businesses using contractors.
Pub and hotel business rates review: what small operators should do now
A review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels is under way. Here is what small operators in England and Wales should document now — and why bills do not change yet.
UK power plant cyber attack: a resilience checklist for small businesses
A cyber attack reportedly took a small UK power generator offline for four days. Here are practical resilience checks SME owners can make now.
Companies House sign-in is changing: what small firms should do now
GOV.UK One Login will become the main way to sign in to Companies House. Small firms using shared accounts should review access before the change.
UK inflation hits 2.9%: a five-point cost check for small businesses
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July as energy bills increased. Here are five practical checks small businesses can make on costs, cash flow and pricing.
UK inflation rises to 2.9%: five checks for small businesses now
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July after higher energy bills. Small firms should review cash flow, supplier costs and pricing without making rushed changes.
UK vacancies hit a five-year low: what smaller employers should do next
UK job vacancies have fallen to their lowest level in more than five years as smaller firms pull back on recruitment. Here is how SMEs can respond without losing future capability.
Making Tax Digital exemptions: what self-employed people should check now
HMRC has updated its guidance on applying for a Making Tax Digital for Income Tax exemption. Here is what sole traders, landlords and their advisers need to know.
England drought support: what the £65m package means for farm businesses
A new £65 million drought package promises funding and greater flexibility for farmers in England. Here are the practical checks for small farm businesses.
UK economy grows 0.4%: five checks for small businesses now
The UK economy grew by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026. Here are five practical checks SMEs can make as growth slows and cost risks remain.