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April 22, 2026

CBAM Rules: What Importers Need to Know

The government has published further draft legislation on the UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This will have consequences for importers bringing certain carbon-intensive goods into the UK.

April 20, 2026

New “Right to Try” Legislation Removes a Key Barrier to Work for Disabled People

At the end of April 2026, new legislation will come into force designed to address the fear of losing benefits support if a new job does not work out.

February 12, 2026

One Million Miss the Tax Return Filing Deadline

HMRC has estimated that around a million people missed the 31 January 2026 Self Assessment tax return filing deadline.

February 11, 2026

CMA Proposes New Rules to Give Businesses More Control Over Google Search

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced a set of proposed measures aimed at increasing fairness, transparency and choice for businesses and consumers using Google’s search services in the UK.

February 9, 2026

Deadline Approaching for Business Rates Valuation Checks

Enterprises that pay business rates are being encouraged to check their current property valuation and make sure the details held by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are correct.

February 5, 2026

Business Confidence Falls Again as Tax Concerns Reach Five‑Year High

The latest Business Confidence Monitor, an Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales survey, shows confidence continuing to fall. Confidence has now fallen for six consecutive quarters and is now at its lowest since the final three months of 2022.