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The latest Business and Finance news making the headlines in the UK

Still time to start self assessment returns, says HMRC

Although there are less than two months until the self assessment deadline there is still time to start an accurate return, says HMRC.

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Spending cuts and tax rises to serve as headwinds to economy

A report published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has suggested that tax rises and spending cuts announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will serve as headwinds to the UK economy.

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Director confidence 'near record low'

A report carried out by the Institute of Directors (IoD) has found that confidence amongst business directors is at a near record low.

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MTD penalties waived for first year of Income Tax

Self assessment taxpayers due to join Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) next April will not face penalties if late filing quarterly updates.

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Chancellor 'choosing to spend more and borrow more', says think tank

In its response to the 2025 Autumn Budget, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has stated that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is 'choosing to spend more and borrow more' than she previously said she would.

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View our 2025 Autumn Budget Report

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her 2025 Autumn Budget speech yesterday, outlining a range of financial measures.

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2025 Autumn Budget - what to expect

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will present the 2025 Autumn Budget today. We will keep you up to date on the key Autumn Budget announcements and supply a summary, which will appear on our website.

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2025 Autumn Budget - the political reaction

Addressing the House of Commons, Chancellor Rachel Reeves used the 2025 Autumn Budget to freeze Income Tax and National Insurance (NI) thresholds for an extra three years beyond 2028; remove the two-child benefit cap from April 2026; and extend the 5p 'temporary' Fuel Duty cut on petrol and diesel until September 2026.

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2025 Autumn Budget - the business reaction

Business groups have reacted to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget speech.

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