Bank lending to UK businesses has dropped to the lowest level in 30 years

Bank lending to UK businesses has dropped to the lowest level in 30 years

Weak economic growth and tighter regulations on lenders are to blame for the largest drop in bank lending to UK businesses in 30 years, according to new data.

HMRC raise mileage rates and allowances

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced an increase in HMRC’s approved mileage rates for cars and vans from April 2026 for the first time since 2011 in a speech to the Hous

Classic cars, jewellery and handbags – How high luxury is accounted for in Inheritance Tax

Inheritance Tax (IHT) is paid on all items of your estate after you pass away if you exceed certain thresholds.

Government summer savings spree adds complexity to VAT for hospitality and tourism

When Rachel Reeves announced a temporary cut in VAT from 20 per cent to five per cent for family attractions and children’s dining over the summer holidays, the hospit

Salary sacrifice cap and the squeezed middle

The £2,000 cap on National Insurance (NI) free salary sacrifice pension contributions was sold as a tax on high earners but, if you look closer, the opposite is true.

The hidden savings tax trap and why changes to ISAs make it harder to put money away

Do you know what your Personal Savings Allowance is?

What Is a Standing Order? A Simple Guide

Managing regular payments is an important part of both personal and business finances.

Best Card Payment Machine for Small Businesses

Choosing the best card payment machine for small businesses is no longer just about accepting card payments.

Struggling with cash flow – Exploring the growing use of asset and invoice financing

There was a time when SMEs relied on their main bank for all of their finance options.