£80m food export boost: what small producers should check now
Defra says UK agri-food attachés have unlocked £80 million in export opportunities this year. Small producers should turn the headline into a practical market-access checklist.
Summer VAT cut: what small hospitality and leisure firms should check now
A temporary VAT cut on family attractions and children’s meals has begun for the summer holidays. Small hospitality and leisure firms should check eligibility, systems, pricing and records before changing offers.
Summer VAT cut: what small hospitality and leisure firms should check now
A temporary VAT cut on eligible children’s meals, family tickets and attractions is now live across the UK. For small firms, the opportunity is extra summer footfall, but the details need careful handling.
Wylfa SMR contracts: what small suppliers should watch now
Nearly GBP900 million of Wylfa SMR contracts have now been awarded, with more than 70% going to UK-registered companies. SMEs should watch the supply-chain signals, but prepare carefully before chasing the work.
Online marketplace VAT review: what high street SMEs should watch
The government is accelerating low-value import duty changes and consulting on wider online marketplace VAT liability. For UK small retailers, the key question is whether the reforms make competition fairer without adding new admin shocks.
HMRC tax gap figures put small business compliance back in focus
HMRC says small businesses continue to represent the largest customer group in the UK tax gap. The practical message for SMEs is to tighten records, Corporation Tax processes and basic controls before errors become costly.
CMA hidden-fee fine: what small businesses should check in their online pricing
The CMA has fined StubHub UK and ordered refunds after mandatory fees were added late in checkout. SMEs should use the case as a pricing compliance check.
UK-Malaysia digital trade talks: what online SMEs should watch
The UK has opened digital trade talks with Malaysia. SMEs selling software, services or advice online should watch data, paperwork, consumer protection and digital delivery rules.
Critical minerals funding: what supply-chain SMEs should watch
The government has announced £50 million for UK critical minerals projects. Manufacturing, recycling, engineering and importing SMEs should watch where the funding lands and review exposure to key materials.
Asbestos product recalls: what small retailers should check now
OPSS, UKHSA and HSE have issued a joint statement on asbestos in some sand-containing consumer products. Small retailers, importers and online sellers should check recall lists, stop affected lines and keep clear records of action taken.