Friday Reflection: Do You Practice What You Preach on Late Payments? James Salmon, Operations Director Most people in business hate being paid late.It’s frustrating, disruptive, and sometimes downright damaging. But here’s a question worth reflecting on: what are we doing

Business news 9 October 2025 Some of the business headlines, market news, insolvencies & other stories that we thought would interest our members. James Salmon, Operations Director. 1. Kemi Badenoch pledges to scrap stamp duty The Conservative leader promised to

Business news 8 October 2025 The UK economy faces renewed pressure as the EU unveils punitive steel tariffs that could devastate British exports, while the Financial Conduct Authority confirms an £11bn compensation bill for car finance lenders. Amid calls from

Business news 7 October 2025 A day of mixed fortunes for UK businesses saw the Conservatives promise sweeping tax cuts for high streets, while new data revealed a sharp fall in construction confidence and softening house prices. Markets remain buoyant,

Business news 6 October 2025 The week opens with mounting fiscal tension ahead of the autumn Budget. The Office for Budget Responsibility’s projections suggest lower growth and persistent inflation, prompting warnings that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may require up to £80bn