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Autumn Budget 2024 – Key Takeaways for the Small Business

Autumn Budget 2024

Rachel Reeves had a series of priorities in setting her Autumn Budget for 2024, including restoring economic stability, building new infrastructure, improving employment prospects, and expanding opportunities for SMEs to grow. Here’s a round-up of everything the small business owner needs to know.

Navigating Tax Reliefs for Small Businesses: What You Need to Know in 2024

Business Tax Relief

Running a small business can be challenging, and any opportunity to reduce costs is always welcome. One way to do this is by taking advantage of the tax reliefs available to you. Tax reliefs can help lower the amount of tax your business has to pay, freeing up funds to reinvest or manage your cash flow more effectively. In this blog, we will explore the main tax reliefs for small businesses in 2024 and how you can make the most of them.

What the New Labour Government Could Mean for Small Businesses

Labour Party win small businesses

We now know that the Labour Party will form the next government. But whilst all the parties mentioned small businesses in their manifestos, it was hardly a priority compared to the NHS, housing, immigration and crime. So now the dust is starting to settle, we can all start to look more closely at what Labour’s win means for the small business and sole trader community.

What will the General Election Mean for the Small Business?

General Election 2024

The UK General Election is set for 4 July 2024. Amidst the usual hype that accompanies the lead up to such an event, it is a good time to look at what small business owners are likely to get from the next government. From HR changes to modifications to tax regimes and AI regulation, there is a lot for the small business to take in as we head towards the General Election and a potential new government.

Can I put Life Insurance Through my Limited Company?

Directors' life insurance

It is a little known fact that limited company directors can take out life insurance via their business rather than paying for it personally. Doing so can present a number of benefits. Here we are looking at the subject of directors’ life insurance, how it works, and the advantages it can offer.

Flexible Working Changes 2024: A Guide for Small Business Owners

Flexible working changes 2024

The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 became law on 6 April 2024, bringing changes to the rights of employees in terms of asking for flexible working. The new rules have been put in place to make it easier for employees to access flexible working, including making it a right from day one of their employment.

Spring Budget 2024 – What it Means for The Small Business

Spring Budget

With a general election potentially on the cards for this year, the 2024 Spring Budget is one of the last chances for the Chancellor to set out his plans for the economy. Join us as we examine what the recent Spring Budget means specifically for small businesses.

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