Business news 12 December 2025 The UK Economy unexpectedly contracted in the three months to October, according to official figures released Friday. It follows a 0.1% expansion over the three months to September. Economists had expected 0% growth over the period. The

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

Business news 10 December 2025 Today’s news paints a picture of mounting pressure on UK households and businesses as tax burdens rise, mortgage risks increase and regulatory scrutiny intensifies. With major central bank decisions pending on both sides of the

Business news 9 December 2025 The UK government’s push to boost small business confidence took centre stage today, with ministers urging the nation to back SMEs ahead of Small Business Saturday. Late payment reform remains the cornerstone of the new

Business news 8 December 2025 A packed news cycle today shows rising pressure on businesses and households as new tax measures, frozen thresholds and regulatory changes reshape the economic landscape. Hiring remains subdued, property markets are shifting, and sectors from