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The Environmental Audit Committee has called for the introduction of a new levy on so-called 'fast fashion' retailers.

According to data published by the government, its Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) scheme 'has not had the uptake expected', with only 22% of eligible families making use of it.

The Government Equalities Office (GEO) has published advice designed to help UK businesses to reduce their gender pay gap.

HMRC has estimated that around 700,000 couples are 'missing out' on the Marriage Allowance, which could save them up to £238 in tax.

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has published a list of 20 'unanswered, critical questions' in relation to a 'no deal' Brexit scenario.

In a new report, economic think tank the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has suggested that Chancellor Philip Hammond will be required to spend 'billions more' in order to end austerity.

Government plans to increase probate fees are set to go ahead despite considerable opposition.

The Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) has urged the government to 'simplify' its new Structures and Buildings Allowance (SBA).

A study carried out by the University of Warwick's Centre for Competitive Advantage in the Global Economy (CAGE) has revealed that the average UK worker has already lost a week's wages as a direct result of Brexit.

Figures recently published by HMRC have revealed a 3% increase in the number of first-time buyer relief (FTBR) claims from the previous quarter, with 78% of transactions paying no Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) at all.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has suggested that confidence amongst businesses has 'slumped' as a result of ongoing Brexit uncertainty.

A survey conducted by the Institute of Directors (IoD) has found that nearly a third of IoD members are looking to move their operations abroad due to the uncertainty surrounding Brexit.

The Treasury Committee has launched an inquiry into the UK's business rates system, in order to assess the impact of business rates on firms.

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has published a report outlining the next steps that must be taken in order to successfully reform the UK's apprenticeship system.