More than half of small business owners want the new Conservative government to prioritise reducing regulation, a survey by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has revealed.
The poll of more than 2,300 FSB members found that 53% believe that regulation is the biggest issue to tackle in the next…
Anybody that has worked on a project involving managers from different departments knows how quickly the project’s momentum can come to a halt. When employees receive inconsistent requests and tasks from management, work can become complicated and counterproductive. This lack of collaboration can hinder the execution of your project…
The results of the 2015 Election were a surprise to many, with the Conservatives securing a majority despite many forecasts and opinion polls predicting another hung parliament. What does the result mean for businesses in…
Aligning HR strategy to the business’s goals is no easy task. So, here are a few tips to make it a little bit easier.
At the outset, it is important for you to understand that aligning your HR strategy with…
An overview of things to consider when planning how to pass on your wealth
In the this first of two articles on Estate Planning we will be looking at what you are going to leave behind you at the end…
A range of measures aimed at supporting small businesses have become law after the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act gained royal assent.
The act is designed to help small businesses by improving access to finance, combating late payment and reducing regulatory burdens.
It is hoped that the measures will encourage…
Retirees plan to use a mix of assets such as pensions, cash ISAs and savings to fund their retirement, according to a survey by YouGov commissioned by Friends Life.
The survey polled 7,000 people across the UK and found that many…
Almost two thirds of UK businesses generated a cash surplus in the last tax year, according to research by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
The survey of 500 businesses found that 62% made a cash surplus last year while 69% expect to make a cash…
Welcome to our monthly tax update designed to keep you informed of the latest tax issues.
In this issue we focus on issues to be considered before the end of the tax year and things to look forward to next year. As ever we are here to help you so…
It’s been over a year since the Chancellor first announced reforms to how people can access their pension savings. We look at what you need to know about the changes:
From this April, people aged over 55…