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October 15, 2026
Major business consequences of Deposit Return Scheme
Manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and retailers are being warned that significant regulatory change is coming under the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
October 14, 2026
Value of R&D relief up, number of claims down
New research on companies claiming Research and Development (R&D) tax credits shows the value of tax relief support was £8.2 billion, an increase of 5%, while the number of R&D tax credit claims decreased by 17% for 2024-25.
August 11, 2025
New Legal Requirement: Directors and PSCs Must Verify Their Identity from November 2025
From 18 November 2025, identity verification will become a legal requirement for all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs). This is part of a wider reform under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, and it’s set to impact millions of individuals connected to UK companies.
August 7, 2025
New Government Reforms Aim to Revive High Streets with Easier Rules for Cafes, Bars and Venues
New government reforms will make it quicker and cheaper for small businesses to turn empty shops into cafes, bars and music venues, as part of a wider push to bring life back to high streets and support small business growth.
August 6, 2025
Man Jailed for Hiding Assets and Breaching Bankruptcy Rules
A businessman has been jailed for more than four years after hiding assets, illegally acting as a company director, and obtaining over £100,000 in credit while still subject to bankruptcy restrictions.
August 4, 2025
UK Economy on the Mend, Says IMF - But Bumps in the Road Remain
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation assessing that the UK economy is recovering, with modest growth expected this year and stronger momentum building into 2026.
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