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Tax and finance updates
Every day brings news of changes to tax law or government policy, or the emergence of facts and figures with implications for British businesses and individuals. Our daily news feed helps our clients keep their fingers on the pulse of what’s going on, with comment and insight from industry figures, government officials and trade bodies.
UK considers new ‘Britcoin’ digital currency
The move might boost cryptocurrencies' reputation.ONS: Labour market is ‘stable but subdued’
The unemployment rate 'has begun to stabilise'.Government kicks off new 95% mortgage scheme
It aims to increase supply of 5% deposit mortgages.HMRC publishes penalties for not paying deferred VAT
Businesses can still make arrangements to avoid penalties.Government gives tax holiday for veteran employees
It aims to help struggling veterans find work.Government launches recovery loan scheme
The new scheme is open to businesses big and small.Exports to EU recover after January slump
Trade was driven by non-perishables in February.Life after Brexit: 1 in 4 exporters halt EU sales
Increased red tape forces UK exporters to consider their trading options.ONS figures show 0.4% growth in February
GDP remained below February 2020 levels, however.Outdoor hospitality and non-essential retail reopen
Consumer confidence rebounds as lockdown measures ease.
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