The VAT Registration Estimator has been developed after feedback from small businesses suggested an online tool would be helpful to show when their turnover could require businesses to register for VAT and its effect on profits.

Proposed amendments to the Companies Act 2006 introduce stringent identity verification for those setting up, running or controlling companies, in a bid to stamp out money laundering via fake identities.

Xero, the global small business platform, today announced the findings of its ‘Settle Up’ report, which found 62% of UK consumers surveyed expect tackling late payments to be a priority for government.

In order to assist smaller UK businesses in acquiring the funds they need for expansion, the British Business Bank has introduced the Growth Guarantee Scheme.

According to new Intuit QuickBooks research, almost 100% (99.6%) of UK small businesses planned to change how they operate in the current tax year — 41% predicted these changes would be radical. 

This Code of Conduct is a practical tool to help directors make better decisions. It also provides organisational leaders with a behavioural framework that can help them build and maintain the trust of the wider public in their business activities.

It is important for companies in challenging economic times to seek the right professional advice and support. So hiring an accountant is seen as essential for most businesses.

Xero’s latest report, Small business productivity takes a deep deep dive into labour productivity at the industry and regional level across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £25 million for game-changing and commercially viable research and development (R&D) innovations that can significantly impact the UK economy.

Momentum gained in first quarter of 2024 in terms of growth is mirrored by small business confidence levels, and must be built on.