August 7, 2025

HMRC to increase anti-money laundering fees

Fit and proper test fee to jump from £150 to £700 under HMRC’s proposed AML supervision changes Many businesses are monitored by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) or certain professional bodies
August 7, 2025

Bank of England Rate Cut Brings Bank Rate to Lowest Level in Over a Year

The Bank of England has delivered welcome news for borrowers, announcing a rate cut that brings the bank rate down to 4% - its lowest level since March 2023. The quarter-point drop from 4.25% is the
August 4, 2025

The value of retaining profits to support cash flow and growth

For small businesses and growing companies alike, one of the most reliable sources of funding is often the profits they generate. While it can be tempting to extract earnings in the form of dividends,