Self-employed can now get Enhanced DBS checks without an employer
Guide to Enhanced DBS checks for self-employed people (since the 2026 legislation change), including eligibility, the application process, and costs.
More than 200,000 businesses enter MTD without an accountant
A quarter of businesses entering Making Tax Digital for Income Tax are unrepresented, with firms warning of rising fees, according to a TaxCalc survey.
UK small businesses still owed £70bn in late payments, says Hiscox report
Small firms are owed £70.4bn in late payments, according to Hiscox, with many waiting weeks beyond invoice due dates, causing cash flow issues and stress.
864,000 sole traders and landlords face new MTD reporting rules from April 2026
HMRC has reminded over 864,000 sole traders and landlords that they have just two months to prepare for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax.
ANNA Money offers free MTD Income Tax filings ahead of deadline
ByteStart partner ANNA Money has announced it will offer free MTD ITSA filings on a permanent basis, with no subscription fees or time limits.
Confidence gap is holding back Gen Z entrepreneurs, NatWest research suggests
A new study by NatWest and Mettle suggests that while many young people want to start businesses, they are held back by a lack of confidence.
How I made digital tax work for my microbusiness via Quickfile | Eddie Adams Nottingham business owner
Nottingham business owner Eddie Adams shares how he adapted to MTD for Income Tax, and how he uses accounting software to keep records and file digitally.
UK freelancers confident about 2026 despite tax hikes and tough economy
Despite the difficult economic climate, higher taxes and new regulations, the UK's freelancers are confident about 2026, according to new research.
Intellectual property (IP) for small businesses: what you need to know
A practical guide to intellectual property for small businesses, covering trademarks, copyright, patents and design rights, plus common ownership pitfalls.
Sole traders eye ’40 hour’ time saving as MTD countdown begins
New research suggests many sole traders hope the shift to digital tax reporting will finally ease the end-of-January Self Assessment crunch.