The UK's economy contracted by 0.1% in April due to the impact of the war in Iran, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Employers are being urged to implement clear policies on staff time off, sickness absence, and flexible working as the World Cup gets underway.

More than £11 million in funding has been made available to taxpayers struggling with their tax affairs.

The UK economy has the 'makings of a true growth story' but that a record high business tax burden is it at risk, warns the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).

The Treasury recently announced that small businesses and the self-employed who struggle with their finances will receive a helping hand via a new £4 million funding boost to business debt advisory services over the next three years.

Research carried out by the Institute of Directors (IoD) has indicated that 86% of business leaders believe that the Employment Rights Act will adversely affect UK growth.

Three quarters of UK workers are not on course to save enough for a 'moderate' lifestyle when they retire, according to a report by Pensions UK.

Hospitality businesses, teams and organisations are being urged to sign a new petition calling for the government to cut hospitality VAT to 10% by UKHospitality.

Confidence in both the UK economy and their own organisations rose amongst business leaders during May, according to research from the Institute of Directors (IoD).

A new report has warned that one in six young people will not be in education, employment or training within five years if 'urgent action' is not taken.

New company car advisory fuel rates have been published and will take effect from 1 June 2026.

The recent fall in youth employment is now approaching the decline seen during the Covid-19 pandemic and 2008 financial crisis, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS).

The government is helping families this summer with the cost-of-living crisis by cutting VAT on attractions and meals out. The temporary reduced rate of VAT will cover children's meals, tickets and family attractions.

The government has announced increases to AMAPs, MAR and self-employed mileage rates, which will be backdated to 6 April 2026.