Business News

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Tax system must truly back UK entrepreneurs

The government needs to significantly broaden its approach to supporting entrepreneurs through the tax system, says the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).

HMRC investigations double additional tax from large businesses

HMRC's large business directorate has doubled the amount of tax revenue it collects, according to the National Audit Office (NAO).

Grant boost for installing EV chargers for households and businesses

Renters, flat owners, homeowners without driveways and businesses will be able to save up to £500 when installing electric vehicle (EV) charge points, the government has announced.

Growth in living standards threatened by war in Middle East

The UK is set for a decent increase in living standards this year but energy price shocks caused by war in the Middle East threaten that growth, according to the Resolution Foundation.

Self-employed finances in 'fragile' state, warns IPSE

Weak business confidence and a sluggish economy have left more than 1.5 million self-employed people in a 'fragile' financial position in 2026, according to the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE).

Chancellor says plan is right despite uncertain backdrop to Spring Forecast Statement

Chancellor Rachel Reeves insisted she has the 'right economic plan' for the UK in her Spring Forecast Statement announcement.

2026 Spring Statement - the business reaction

Business groups, including the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) and the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) have reacted to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' 2026 Spring Statement speech.

2026 Spring Statement - the economic picture

Within her Spring Statement speech, Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed that the Office for Budget Responsibility's (OBR's) latest economic forecast shows that inflation, borrowing and debt interest are falling while investment is rising.

2026 Spring Statement - what to expect

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will present the 2026 Spring Statement today. We will keep you up to date on the key Spring Statement announcements and supply a summary, which will appear on our website.

2026 Spring Statement - the political reaction

Addressing the House of Commons, Chancellor Rachel Reeves used the 2026 Spring Statement to unveil updated economic forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).

Chancellor should make a NEET exception to her 'policy-free' Spring Forecast

The Chancellor should use the Spring Forecast to take action on youth unemployment, says the Resolution Foundation.

Government publishes UK Sustainability Reporting Standards

On 25 February, the Department for Business and Trade issued the final versions of the UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS).

Government urged to cut business energy costs

The government must deliver a robust national strategy to cut business energy costs, according to the UK's business and trade bodies.

Warning over April cost crunch for small businesses

A looming cost crunch this April that could push many small firms to breaking point, warns the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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