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Chancellor must use Autumn Statement to cement commitment to small firms
The Chancellor should cement the government's commitment to small businesses in his Autumn Statement, according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
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Inflation rate holds steady as UK economy grows
The UK's rate of inflation held steady in September while the nation's economy grew the month before, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).
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UK set for biggest tax rise in at least 50 years
The UK is on course to see its biggest tax rise in at least 50 years as a result of the freeze on personal thresholds and soaring inflation, according to analysis from the Resolution Foundation.
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Scams warning issued to 12 million self assessment taxpayers
Self assessment taxpayers must be on the lookout for scam texts, emails and phone calls from fraudsters, HMRC was warned.
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Online platforms should sign up to Prompt Payment Code
Online platforms should commit to paying small businesses within a maximum of thirty days in line with the Prompt Payment Code, according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
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Hybrid and remote working here to stay
A large majority of UK business leaders plan to offer employees remote and hybrid working in the long-term, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD).
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Many firms still facing recruitment problems
Many UK firms are still facing hiring issues as a result of challenging economic conditions, according to a report from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
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Latest guidance for employers
HMRC has published the latest issue of the Employer Bulletin.
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