The UK government’s ‘Help to Grow’ scheme aims to help business get back on track following lockdowns. Mainly targeting SMEs, the scheme hopes to help small business reach new customers, learn more skills, and ultimately boost profits. How is Help to Grow set to benefit UK businesses? Help to Grow is about giving small businesses…
With national debt at a scary £2.1 trillion, an annual deficit of £304 billion, the financial hangover from Covid-19, a huge NHS backlog, and an aging population, it’s easy to see why funding state care is a key issue. The new Health & Social Care Levy forms a crucial part of the government’s ongoing plans…
No matter how passionate you are about your business and its customers, the fact of the matter is that making money is always going to be high on your list of priorities. For some, right at the top. That’s why creating a solid business plan is so critical, and why we’re always going on about…
Some people operate their businesses as a limited company right from the get-go, but many also start out as a sole trader or partnership first and then incorporate (register as a company) later. So, if you’re thinking about becoming incorporated, what kind of things should you consider? For most people it’s a scary sounding step,…
Essentially, the most accessible and straightforward way of dealing with HMRC is online. All of HMRC’s digital services can be found on GOV.UK, along with information and other guidance all together in one place. Although HMRC’s digital services can be accessed by anyone, you’ll need to prove your identity to actually use them yourself. There…
