Business news 19 December 2025 The Bank of England has delivered a long-anticipated interest rate cut, offering some relief on borrowing costs. However, policymakers are warning that future reductions will be slower and finely balanced. Against this backdrop, insolvency activity

Late payment lesson from the courts: deadlines really do matter Late payment disputes aren’t just a problem for small businesses chasing invoices. A recent High Court case shows that even large contractors can come badly unstuck if they miss payment

Business news 17 December 2025 UK inflation cooled far more sharply than expected in November, strengthening the case for a Bank of England rate cut this week. However, rising unemployment, mounting tax pressure, industrial disruption and a heavy flow of

Business news 15 December 2025 UK businesses head into the final weeks of the year facing a familiar mix of pressure points: rising tax burdens, patchy economic growth, tight credit conditions and continued stress across hospitality, construction and professional services.

Business news 11 December 2025 Some of the business headlines, market news, insolvencies & other stories that we thought would interest our members. James Salmon, Operations Director. Uncertainty lingers as SMEs face tax pressure, weaker hiring and rising insolvencies UK