Spring Statement – what SMEs should be thinking about

At a glance The Spring Statement has now been delivered. In truth, there is little to highlight for the SME market. There were no major support measures. No large intervention packages. No clear direction for small and medium-sized businesses. For many business owners, it...

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By Matthew Forbes
5 March 2026

Middle East conflict overshadows Spring Statement

At a glance Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her Spring Statement against the backdrop of intensifying conflict in Iran...

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By Matthew Forbes
24 February 2026

Preparing for the unexpected: protecting your income in illness

At a glance If you are unable to work due to a serious illness or injury it can be...

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By Matthew Forbes
24 February 2026

Buy-to-let – are the tax benefits still worth it?

At a glance For years, owning a portfolio of buy-to-let properties was seen as a reliable way to earn...

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By Matthew Forbes
24 February 2026

2026 – the Year of the Horse and China’s two-speed system

At a glance Chinese New Year, the most significant annual holiday for the approximately 1.5 billion Chinese worldwide, began...

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By Matthew Forbes