HMRC has published guidance for developers on what good use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) looks like in commercial software products that help users to submit tax returns or other information to HMRC.

The House of Lords has urged the government to extend the deadline for paying inheritance tax (IHT) on pensions assets and for estates with qualifying agricultural and business assets from six months to 12 months.

The government estimates that the average pub in England will save £1,650 in business rates in 2026-27 as a result of measures announced on the 27th of January 2026.

Welsh business confidence fell into negative territory in the fourth quarter of 2025, following the UK-wide slump in growth and confidence.

Mirroring the rest of the country, business confidence in Scotland has dropped to its lowest level since 2022, with ongoing uncertainty and low economic growth, a survey of business leaders has found.

With GenAI use increasing among businesses and firms, some businesses are expecting it to replace junior hours.

Amid a volatile trading and political climate, the accountants working in industry must be a dependable source of commercial insights and strategic decision-making.

As well as being familiar with emerging disciplines in corporate reporting and finance technology, accountants working in practice must have flair for storytelling and empathy.

Companies House has postponed the deadline for presenters ID and registration measures from Spring until November 2026.

Businesses in Wales that see their non-domestic rates bills rise by more than £300 from April 2026 due to the revaluation may benefit from a new transitional relief scheme in 2026-27 and 2027-28.