Category: Finance
Calls to simplify patent tax break scheme deterring innovative SMEs
Only 5% of tax breaks designed to encourage businesses to file more patents are given to SMEs, new findings reveal. Red tape and uncertainty outweigh benefits. Law firm Mathys & Squire calls for simplification to encourage more to file patents. …
Building society launches new ‘competitive’ savings account with 4% interest rate
The account is available to both existing and new customers. …
DWP benefit payment dates for December 2025
The festive bank holidays mean dates that people normally receive financial support from the Government may be changed slightly. …
Health warning for women as ‘most are unaware’ of leading killer disease
Those who are most at risk of the disease don’t realise just how dangerous it is …
New £910 a year state pension rule sparks backlash
People will have to pay more from April under the new rules. …
Little-known 1p rule that sees households owe DWP thousands
Brits could fall into this little-known trap this Christmas, which could see them owe the DWP thousands. …
Which? online tool writes Christmas parcel complaints ‘in seconds’
In the whirlwind of holiday deliveries, mistakes are bound to happen. When your parcel doesn’t arrive as expected, how do you ensure you get what you deserve? …
Energy expert reveals 2 costly mistakes when draught-proofing windows
EXCLUSIVE: We asked an energy expert about the common mistakes people make when preparing their windows for the winter. …
Scorched earth Chancellor – Rachel Reeves plot to leave UK in ruins for Tories or Farage
The Chancellor knows she’s living on borrowed time. …
DWP confirms key date over £1,200 payments for Universal Credit claimants
A scheme offering bonuses to Universal Credit claimants is expanding …
