Various rumours were swirling around Westminster in the days before Philip Hammond rose to deliver his first Budget – confirmed as the last time a major fiscal statement will be made in the spring.

In April 2017, businesses are expecting to receive the first indication of their new business rates following the latest revaluation.

From 1 April 2017, the statutory wage for employees in the UK is to increase. The change will mean that those aged 25 and over in receipt of the National Living Wage will see their hourly rate increase from £7.20 … Continue reading →

On 6 April 2017 new rules will come into force that will require large Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) and large companies to publish reports on their payment practices.

A request under the Freedom of Information Act has revealed that just 1,300 people have claimed National Insurance (NI) credits, which can help them ensure their entitlement to the full state pension when they reach retirement age, if they have … Continue reading →