Is your business ready for a cyber incident?

Is your business ready for a cyber incident?

Cyber security is sometimes treated as a problem for large organisations with specialist IT departments. In reality, smaller businesses can be particularly vulnerable because they often have fewer resources available to detect an attack and recover afterwards. The...
New funding opens for growing businesses

New funding opens for growing businesses

The British Business Bank has launched a £210 million investment fund to help smaller businesses in the South East of England start, develop and grow. The South East Investment Fund will offer loans ranging from £25,000 to £2 million, together with...
When can a trading loss generate a tax refund

When can a trading loss generate a tax refund

Making a trading loss whilst not ideal can sometimes generate a tax refund. If you are a self-employed individual or a member of a trading partnerships, a trading loss can potentially be set against other income or capital gains. This can reduce the amount of tax...
Could company dividend rules be changing?

Could company dividend rules be changing?

The Government has announced plans to consider major changes to the rules governing when companies can make distributions to shareholder. As part of a wider corporate reporting overhaul announced on 6 September 2026, the Government is considering replacing the...
Predevelopment costs on major developments

Predevelopment costs on major developments

Businesses planning major infrastructure and development projects should be aware of a new government consultation on the tax treatment of predevelopment costs. The consultation follows the conclusion of recent litigation at the Supreme Court. The Court found that...
How Is Your Business Performing?

How Is Your Business Performing?

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics suggest that conditions remain challenging for many UK businesses. In July 2026, 15% of trading businesses reported an increase in turnover compared with the previous month. However, 22% reported that turnover...