Coping with possible business rates increases

Another rising cost for businesses Many business owners are continuing to face increasing financial pressure during 2026 and concerns over possible business rates increases are adding to the uncertainty. For retail businesses, hospitality operators, offices, workshops...

Boost for small business

In a recent press release, HMRC underlined the benefits to smaller businesses from the increase in the VAT registration threshold and the business rates freeze. Here’s what they said: “Small businesses have received a boost as the VAT registration threshold is raised...

Beware rogue business rates agents

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is warning business owners to avoid taking advice from agents who approach them to reduce their business rates bills. According to Alan Colston, Chief Valuer at the VOA: “The vast majority of agents are reputable and provide a good...