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When disciplinary processes and non-compete clauses implode
Many modern companies insist on the inclusion of restrictive covenants to limit the freedoms of employees upon the termination of
The likely direction of interest rates in 2026
As we look ahead to 2026, there is growing speculation about how the Bank of England will manage interest rates
Outlook For Food And Energy Prices In The Year Ahead
Food and energy costs remain central concerns for households and businesses because they influence everything from wages to margins to
Autumn Budget 2025 – High Value Council Tax Surcharge
Starting in 2028-29, the government will introduce a High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) for residential properties in England valued
Autumn Budget 2025 – Fuel Duty rates
In the Autumn Budget, the Chancellor had been expected to increase fuel duty rates. However, she has extended the fuel
Autumn Budget 2025 – Alcohol and Tobacco Duty
The Chancellor has confirmed a series of duty increases on tobacco, vaping liquid, and alcohol that will take effect over
Autumn Budget 2025 – Pension changes
The Chancellor has kept the main pension allowances unchanged but has confirmed a new cap on salary sacrifice arrangements that
Autumn Budget 2025 – Minimum Wage increases
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves announced increases to the Minimum Wage rates on the eve of the Budget.
Autumn Budget 2025 – Personal Tax changes
The chancellor Rachel Reeves announced as part of the Autumn Budget measures that the Income Tax thresholds will be maintained
Budget Summary 26 November 2025
The degree of speculation about this year’s Budget announcements was further compounded when the Office of Budgetary Responsibility uploaded their
How a business grows financially by retaining profits
Many business owners focus on sales as the main driver of growth. Sales matter, but they are only part of
The link between planning and progress
Most business owners know that progress matters, but many still hesitate when it comes to planning. It can feel like