UK visa fees have risen significantly; the EU’s new Entry/Exit System launches on April 10; the Renters’ Rights Bill comes into effect in May, and renting may become increasingly difficult.

Whether you are an employee navigating the UK job market, an established business owner, or an aspiring entrepreneur, a thorough understanding of the workplace pension system is an indispensable part of long-term career planning and corporate management.

The UK’s minimum wage has increased by 4.1%; the King’s Speech is scheduled for May 13; households across the UK will face more than £200 in additional costs this April.

Meningitis outbreak has already claimed 2 lives; the UK government rolls out a £1 billion program to tackle youth unemployment; taxpayers urged to register for Making Tax Digital (MTD).

London Underground fares are set to rise, with increases of up to 7.1%. The UK will introduce a new ISA savings account exclusively for first-time buyers, and the small employers’ relief rate for statutory payments will also be increased.

To help business owners plan more effectively for 2026, we have compiled the 2026 UK Corporate Compliance Calendar which includes a list of key dates for the year.

In Brighton, independent shops have never been just places to trade; they are the glue of the community, carriers of culture, and experiences found ‘only in Brighton’.

HMRC hits 300,000 taxpayers with ‘trivial’ bills

Since April this year, multiple tax increases in the UK have not only added pressure on businesses but also made the cost-of-living challenge for households more severe—water, electricity, and energy bills have all gone up. From October 1, Ofgem has updated the energy price cap, increasing the average annual household bill by £35.14 to £1,755.14 (up from the £1,720 rate effective since July).

Did you know that although singles might save on Valentine’s Day gifts, they end up spending at least a few thousand pounds more than couples every year on their daily living expenses. And that’s far more than the cost of any Valentine’s gift!