Experts explain what the Budget means for small businesses
Pubs and shops get rates relief, founders get a tax break, while employer NI, VAT and energy costs stay put. Here’s what the experts think.
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Founders’ Relief is coming, but is it enough for mid-sized firms? The Budget backed startups and founders who sell up. We asked Linda Hardy, CEO of Business Leader, what’s missing for mid-sized firms. -
Three pre-Budget wins for the self-employed, but are they enough? The Treasury has announced three measures for the self-employed ahead of tomorrow’s Budget, but IPSE says it’s the Employer NI rise that needs fixing. -
Over a third of founders earn close to minimum wage For many founders, independence comes with a price. We asked 295 UK founders how much of their pay they’ve given up, and if it was worth it. -
Over half of UK small businesses are losing revenue. Will the Budget help? Falling revenues and rising costs are forcing small firms to cut staffing levels. Here’s what the FSB is asking the Chancellor to change -
Will your business be affected by the VAT shake-up? The government reportedly wants marketplaces to collect VAT on sales by larger sellers. Here’s what changes could be announced on the Budget. -
AI shoppers are coming. Here's how to get your online store ready AI traffic to UK retail sites has surged, but many small stores are invisible to it. We share how to get your site seen by AI shopping tools.
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