Business news 30 April 2024 Shop price inflation showing signs of normalising. Vacancies fall again in March. Mortgage repayments up 60% since 2021. FTSE 100 continues record run.  And more business news that we thought would interest our members. James

Business news 25 April 2024 Xero reports late payment data. Business confidence surges in Q1.Scottish business collapses up 3%. SME standing Charges, markets, green claims, insolvences  & more business news that we thought would interest our members. James Salmon, Operations

Business news 22 April 2024 Confidence among SMEs hits three-year low but SMEs had strong first quarter, says NatWest. Small businesses save £450 on energy bills. Retail sales flatline, inflation, interest rates, financial education, the sicknote culture, national insurance & more

Business news 18 April 2024 Bailey expects a “strong drop” in inflation next month. UK tax burden rising faster than any other rich country. Flexible jobs market booms despite vacancies falling.  Net Zero, tax & fraud loopholes, Thames, Royal Mail 

Business news 5 April 2024 PWC predict 30,000 business insolvencies next year. Small businesses to receive extra protection in energy contracts. UK services sector growth slows in March.  And more business news that we thought would interest our members. James