News

October 5, 2026

Consultation on modernising corporate reporting

A new consultation that proposes loosening the rules on company reporting standards could both benefit companies and give cause for concern.

October 1, 2026

Companies House warns directors to avoid prosecution

Directors are being warned to verify their identities with Companies House or risk prosecution after the Insolvency Service secured its first convictions for these offences.

April 16, 2025

New neonatal care law now in force

The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 came into force on 6 April 2025. This law provides a new leave and pay entitlement for parents with a baby in neonatal care.

April 14, 2025

New Companies House ID Checks: What They Mean for You

From 8 April 2025, Companies House has launched a new identity verification system as part of changes under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

April 10, 2025

Child Benefit Increases from 7 April: What Employers Need to Know

From 7 April 2025, families receiving Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced that the weekly rate will rise to £26.05 for the eldest or only child and £17.25 for each additional child. This means an annual payment of £1,354.60 for the first child and £897 for each subsequent child. These payments, usually made every four weeks, are automatically into claimants’ bank accounts.