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If you haven’t heard about the Economic Crime Levy (ECL), you may be in for a surprise: it covers a range of entities – and it’s imminent.

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Just over 200 businesses – including some of the country’s best-known retailers ­– have failed to pay the minimum wage.

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The government has announced a new initiative to counter fraudulent activity, particularly in the financial sector.

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From 1 July, the energy price cap set by energy regulator, Ofgem, will fall from £3,280 to £2,074, helping home-based employees and any small business owners who work out of residential accommodation.

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Sustainability and their environmental impact are moving higher up the business agenda. Building a green solutions agenda into your business model and plans can not only help the environment but may lead to a more profitable business.

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Preparing your business for sale will ensure a smoother sales process and increase the value of your business. There is no doubt that early preparation is key.

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Small company owners should by now be aware of the corporation tax changes taking effect from 1 April 2023, but with the associated company rules changing at the same time, don’t be caught off guard.

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From 1 April 2023, business rates in England and Wales will be updated to reflect changes in property values since the last revaluation in 2017. Although many businesses will see increased bills, others will see reductions. A package of targeted support will help with the transition.

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A recent tribunal found in HMRC’s favour when a residential property was questionably deemed mixed use. On the purchase of mixed use properties, stamp duty land tax (SDLT) is paid

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In this year alone, the UK has seen the pound devalued by over 25% against the US dollar, forcing businesses exposed to overseas supply chains to re-budget and reforecast, often

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Over-65s set new employment record The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that more people than ever are working beyond age 65. Source: ONS 9/2022. One

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Although showing a slight improvement from March, the number of company insolvencies in April of this year was more than double the number from April 2021.