HM Revenue and Customs have reported that 170,000 scam referrals were made to them in the year to July 2025. Whether it’s emails pretending to be from HMRC, your bank or someone else, phishing scams are becoming harder to spot. They’re no longer just poorly worded emails full of spelling mistakes. Many now look professional, use company logos, and even include QR codes to try to trick you into clicking links or handing over details.
Becoming a company director comes with a fair bit of responsibility - and not just when things are going well. Whether you're the hands-on type, more of a silent partner, or even directing behind the scenes, all company directors have legal duties under the Companies Act 2006. Here are seven things to be aware of.
The government has launched its Small Business Plan which it believes will help small businesses to grow and encourage entrepreneurs to start businesses. It covers a range of measures including better access to finance and greater pressure on larger businesses to pay on time.
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of England have voted by a narrow majority to reduced the Bank Rate to 4% (previously 4.25%). Here's the reasoning and what businesses should be thinking about.
The Tax Faculty of the ICAEW is urging employers—especially smaller or newer ones—to reassess their eligibility for the Employment Allowance, which now offers up to £10,500 off employer National Insurance contributions (NICs) for the 2025/26 tax year.
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