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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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Wages flatline and unemployment rises as jobs market softens

23 Dec 2025

A report carried out by the Resolution Foundation has found that the UK labour market is softening whilst wages stagnate and unemployment rises.

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Public contract bids disappearing into a black hole, say small firms

22 Dec 2025

Small firms are being shut out of billions in public contracts as bids disappear into a 'black hole' of unanswered feedback and red tape, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) warns.

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Interest rates cut to 3.75%

19 Dec 2025

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75%, bringing the cost of borrowing down to its lowest level in nearly three years.

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UK Treasury to regulate cryptocurrency under new legislation

18 Dec 2025

The UK will bring cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, into a regulatory framework, with legislation due by 2027.

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UK inflation falls to 3.2% in November

17 Dec 2025

UK inflation fell by more than expected in November amid a slowdown in food prices, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

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