What a UK wealth tax could look like

The idea of a wealth tax often makes the headlines, especially when governments look for new ways to raise revenue and address inequality. While the UK does not currently have a wealth tax, the subject has been widely debated, and several countries already operate...

The Autumn Budget 2025 – where we are today

There is no confirmed date for the Autumn Budget, although most commentary points to late October or early November. The Treasury has not announced a day, which helps explain why rumours are circulating. Market conditions have tightened since early summer, and...

The Big Picture: Reeves and the £41bn Black Hole

A new analysis from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) has put fresh pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the upcoming autumn Budget. NIESR is one of the UK’s oldest and most respected independent economic think tanks, established...

New tax year, may require new strategies

As the new tax year begins on 6 April 2025, small business owners across the UK are facing a mix of fresh challenges and valuable opportunities. With new rules coming into effect, now is a great time to take stock, plan ahead, and make the most of what’s available....

Roll out of new Minimum Wage Rates

Big news on the wage front. As of April 1, 2025, the UK has rolled out new National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates, giving millions of workers a well-deserved pay bump. Let’s break down the numbers and chat about what this means for...