Business news
The latest tax and business news, updated daily
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Our daily business news is curated with you in mind. You’ll find the latest economic updates, Government announcements and tax consultations. You’ll also find sector-specific stories and developments, as well as summaries of press releases from the Government and HMRC. Keep yourself in the loop with the world of business, tax and economics.
Govt. committee calls for household gas tax
"Tax needed to meet UK net-zero targets".Treasury sheds more light on R&D tax relief changes
New measures to take effect from 1 April 2023, subject to Finance Bill 2022/23.Self-assessment deadline enters the final straight
The 2020/21 deadline is on or before midnight on 31 January 2022.HMRC considers self-assessment improvements
Call for evidence open until February 2022.‘Most young workers lack savings to buy a first home’
Saving 5% of earnings for 5 years will allow just 11% to buy average home.Business confidence remains flat in November 2021
Concerns about energy costs and employment taxes increase.Treasury to maintain existing capital gains tax rates
Only technical changes to capital gains tax made.HMRC reminds traders of new customs controls
Full customs controls will come into effect on 1 January 2022.Government sets out changes to R&D relief
Companies will have to notify HMRC that they intend to make a claim.Rental housing demand at record high
Return to cities push up rental demand and prices.




