Choosing a Business Rates Agency
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued updated advice to help business owners choose and monitor business rates agents more effectively. A key message is that the name listed in the Check and Challenge service must match the name on the signed contract. If it does not, this could be a sign of
Red tape eased for new cafes and bars
Communities and town centres across the UK are about to get a serious boost. The Government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at slashing red tape so new cafés, bars, music venues and outdoor dining spaces can spring up in former shops and quickly bring life back to high streets.
At the
Have you renewed or subscribed to our tax enquiry fee protection service?
We have recently sent reminders to renew or subscribe to our tax enquiry fee protection service. With the UK Government facing increasing pressure to fill the public finance black hole and reduce the fiscal deficit, HMRC is expected to take a more proactive approach to tax enquiries and investigations. In its efforts to maximise revenues […]
Fuel Your Scale-Up with Innovate UK’s £5M Innovation Loans – Round 22 Live!
Innovation loans now offer up to £5 million — 100% funding, no equity dilution Innovate UK’s latest Innovation Loans competition has launched and it’s a game-changer for SME’s and start-ups looking to scale without giving up equity. Innovate loans now offer: Up to £5 million per project, previously £2m Support for pre-commercial work such as pilot […]
UK Export Finance: Empowering UK Businesses to Go Global
UK Export Finance (UKEF) is the UK’s export credit agency and government-backed financier. Its mission is to ensure that no viable UK export fails simply due to lack of funding or insurance.
What UKEF offers
Working capital support: Through schemes such as the General Export Facility, Export
Big cuts to electricity network costs for heavy industries
The UK Government has unveiled a landmark plan to reduce electricity network charges for the country’s most energy intensive industries, such as steel, ceramics, glass and chemicals, slashing costs by up to 90% from 2026.
What is changing?
The current 60% rebate under the Network Charging
Choosing the right KPI’s for your business
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are not just numbers on a dashboard; they are tools to help business owners make better decisions. But with so many metrics available, how do you know which ones matter most for your business?
The answer is simple: start with your goal. KPIs should always support
Why industry expertise matters when starting a business
Starting your own business can be an exciting and liberating decision. But passion and ambition alone are rarely enough. One of the most overlooked factors in business failure is a lack of direct experience or knowledge in the chosen industry. Put simply, someone who has spent their working life as
Why exit planning matters – even in the early years of your business
Starting and growing a business is an exciting and demanding challenge. It is easy to focus all your energy on immediate goals like winning customers, generating income, and keeping cash flow under control. But at some point, every business owner will exit, whether through sale, succession, or
Are you ready for Companies House ID checks?
From 2025, Companies House is rolling out new identity verification requirements for directors, people with significant control (PSCs), and anyone forming or managing a UK company. These changes form part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act and are designed to reduce fraud and