New research suggests that the impending rise in employer National Insurance Contributions in April will affect at least eight in ten small businesses and many firms say they are planning to reduce their headcount as a result.

The government has changed the rules regarding tax returns. Anyone earning less than £3,000 from trading will no longer have to file a return - but they still have to pay tax on profits from trading income over £1,000.

The Start Your Own Business podcast, created by the team behind the Donut small business websites, is celebrating two exciting milestones. The podcast has reached 200,000 downloads in the same week that the 50th episode is released.

HMRC is targeting Brits that are earning extra money on the side to make sure they are paying tax on their income.

New research shows that seven in ten SME owners are looking for finance this year to help them grow - with younger entrepreneurs leading the way.

UK workers are to get more job security and improved access to sick pay under new plans announced by the government. The measures have been welcomed by the British Chambers of Commerce but the Federation of Small Businesses has warned that they could be detrimental for small firms.

Lack of time and money means that many small business owners are at risk of burnout because they're unable to take a proper break, even when they are ill.

The Procurement Act comes into effect next week; it is intended to make it easier for small businesses to win public sector contracts.

The government has launched a 12-week e-invoicing consultation on plans to cut paperwork for businesses.

HMRC launches ‘Help for Hustles’ campaign to support people earning extra income to understand any tax obligations with a new easy-to-use guide