Business owners warned as HMRC cracks down on personal expense claims
HMRC is cracking down on personal expenses claimed as business costs in Self Assessment returns. See what you can claim and the mistakes to avoid.
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New report urges ‘nudge’ reforms to boost self-employed pensions
Social Market Foundation warns just 22% of self-employed save into a pension. New report calls for ‘nudges’ from banks and HMRC to boost retirement savings.
How 4Com helps small businesses improve efficiency through smarter communication
4Com helps small businesses boost efficiency with HiHi3: streamline communication, reduce costs, and stay connected.
Crackdown on late payments: key changes for small business owners
The government is cracking down on late payments from 2026. Learn what the new rules mean for small firms, and how to protect your business.
Pensions Commission relaunched as millions of self-employed fall behind
The Government has revived the Pensions Commission to tackle a looming retirement crisis, with self-employed workers among the worst affected.
Self-employed? 31st July Payment on Account tax deadline looms
Payment on Account tax is due by 31 July. Learn who it applies to, how to pay, and what happens if you miss the deadline. Includes guides and links.
What the 2027 Inheritance Tax changes mean for your pension
If you’re self-employed and saving into a pension, some big changes are coming from April 2027 that could affect what happens to your pension when you die.
BT warns small businesses they’re in the firing line for cyber attacks
BT warns UK SMEs of rising cyber threats as 2 in 5 lack training. New support launched to help small businesses stay protected online.
Maple Review launched to explore barriers to starting a business
Backed by government, the Maple Review explores how to make starting a business or going self-employed easier for more people.
HMRC’s new ‘tax gap’ report – what it means if you’re self employed
In June 2025, HMRC published new figures on the UK’s tax gap, which show that self employed people are a key part of the story.