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UK economy grew by 0.3% in November

15 Jan 2026

The UK economy grew by 0.3% in November after car production rebounded and the services sector got a boost, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

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Employment Rights Act 'will deliver £10 billion in benefits'

14 Jan 2026

The Employment Rights Act will help to deliver an estimated £10 billion boost to the UK economy, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has stated.

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Over 4,800 self assessment scams reported

13 Jan 2026

More than 4,800 self assessment scams have been reported since February 2025, according to data released by HMRC.

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Anxiety over business rates hits record high

12 Jan 2026

A poll carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has revealed that business rates anxiety has hit a record high, with 34% of firms worried about their rates.

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Trading with EU getting harder, firms say

09 Jan 2026

A survey carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has found that 54% of exporters in the UK think the UK-EU trade deal is adversely affecting their sales.

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HMRC app usage surged in 2025

08 Jan 2026

Use of the HMRC app surged last year as millions of users downloaded it for the first time, according to the tax authority's figures.

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More clouds gathering over business confidence

07 Jan 2026

Confidence among firms has continued to weaken, with tax remaining the biggest concern, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

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Millions yet to file self assessment returns

06 Jan 2026

HMRC has warned 5.65 million self assessment taxpayers to file their tax returns before the deadline on 31 January.

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Spring Statement set for 3 March 2026

05 Jan 2026

The Spring Statement has been scheduled for 3 March 2026 by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves.

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Public told to be wary of 'spoofing' scams

02 Jan 2026

Bank TSB has warned the public to be wary of so-called 'spoofing' scams during 'scam season'.

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Have you made your financial New Year's resolutions?

31 Dec 2025

With 2026 just around the corner, you may wish to consider creating some financial New Year's resolutions.

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Don't forget to file your self assessment tax return

30 Dec 2025

HMRC has urged taxpayers to file their self assessment tax returns early.

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Seasonal workers urged to check their pay

29 Dec 2025

HMRC has urged seasonal workers to check their pay to ensure they're not out of pocket.

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IHT reliefs threshold to rise to £2.5 million for farmers and businesses

24 Dec 2025

The level of the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) thresholds will be increased from £1 million to £2.5 million, the government has announced.

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