Administrators have been appointed over Silkfred Limited (trading as SilkFred), an online marketplace that connected independent fashion brands for women with customers seeking unique clothing. Its aim since inception was to provide a platform for these smaller brands to sell their products and gain exposure, and for shoppers to discover items not typically found in […]
Specialist lender Together and respected business entrepreneur Gary Neville joined forces to celebrate the success of Greater Manchester’s robust business and property community at an exclusive event held at St Michael’s, the landmark mixed-use development from Neville’s Relentless Group, where parties called for greater government backing to fuel further regional growth across the UK. Two […]
Dains Group has acquired GHE, leading experts in accessing grant funding for research and innovation projects. GHE strengthens the Group’s position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking funding to drive innovation and growth across the UK and Europe. The Dains Group has announced its acquisition of GHE, leading experts that support clients to access […]
BDO UK and BDO Ireland are in the concluding phase of discussions to merge – subject to partner vote, regulatory approval and completion. The potential merger would be a genuine landmark moment for both businesses and highlights a clear ambition for growth. It would create one of the biggest accountancy firms in Europe focusing on […]
The Pink Book reveals 2024’s UK trade wasn’t in the pink. The first half of 2025 has also been patchy, warns Parcelhero. The Pink Book 2025 – the official annual review of cross-border transactions – has revealed that, although the UK’s trade balance narrowed, our trade in goods deficit widened to £210.7bn last year. Turning to […]
Over half (56%) of companies are unable to expand overseas due to missed invoicing or tax compliance deadlines, new data reveals. Increasing financial regulatory demands combined with fragmented internal systems are creating a ‘compliance breaking point,’ preventing businesses from reaching their full global potential. More than one-third (36%) of companies have incurred fines by submitting […]
A significant proportion of UK business owners are prepared to move abroad if the chancellor’s upcoming Autumn Budget introduces further tax rises, according to new research commissioned by professional services firm S&W. The UK-wide survey of 500 business owners with turnovers of £5m upwards reveals that 41% of business owners would consider moving their business […]
With Black Friday and Christmas shopping season looming, TSB is urging consumers to remain vigilant to purchase fraud, as cases spike by 11%. New TSB data reveals that purchase scams now account for 63% of all bank transfer fraud cases reported by its customers – up from 52% in 2024. The bank also recorded an 11% […]
A brand-new guide to support and encourage unemployed people to set up a business has been launched by Start Up Loans, in collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HMRC. The Fresh Start Guide is tailor-made to help people choose a new direction. With guidance on everything from building confidence and researching ideas to finance […]
Doctors could pay £750 more per year in income tax if the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, increases its rate by 2%, say leading audit, tax and business advisory firm, Blick Rothenberg. Tom Goddard, a senior associate at the firm, said: “Rachel Reeves has given a strong indication she will increase income tax in the Autumn Budget. […]
