Politics

Cloud and SaaS accounting — what are the advantages?
Cloud and SaaS accounting systems are becoming ever-more sophisticated and more widely used. In essence, they are web-based software programmes which users rent or subscribe to. The advent of...
New EU VAT regulation –– how accounting software can help
In the age of the pandemic, online shopping significantly increased. Businesses small and established alike took to e-commerce and shipping overseas, with the advent of social distancing and the...
Best accounting software if you’re a sole trader – Small Business UK
Having the right accounting software will help your sole trader business immeasurably. While you’re handling the day-to-day running of your business, accounting software can save you hours of work...
9 accounting software platforms for Making Tax Digital
The UK’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) strategy is an initiative aimed at transforming the tax administration system by making it more efficient and accessible through digital technology.Initially launched by...
Small business bookkeeping software – Small Business UK
Bookkeeping is the bane of every small business owner’s life. Sitting down for an hour or an afternoon a week, going through invoices and receipts, can be incredibly tedious....
Top 5 accounting software providers for UK small businesses
Accounting software packages have become an essential tool for all modern businesses, of whatever size and type, and there is now a wide range of vendors to choose from....
How to spend less time on accounting and payroll – Small Business UK
As a business owners, having autonomy over your time and lifestyle is one of the most attractive benefits of working for yourself. However, there are some aspects of running...
How to choose accounting software – Small Business UK
Keeping on top of your accounting can be time-consuming and tedious, especially if financials aren’t your forte. Even more stressful is the knowledge that inaccurate record keeping or missed...
5 ways employers can improve the first 90 days of employment – Small Business UK
A bad hire is costly. But when 30 per cent of new employees leave within the first 90 days, it’s more than a staffing issue, it’s a revolving door....
The Questions Most Asked by Small Business Owners – Small Business UK
1. Should I be self employed or a sole trader? Whether you register as a sole trader or as a limited company is a key decision when starting a...
Smart meters for business: Your FAQs answered
The smart meter rollout is well underway, and every home and small business in the country is due to be offered one by the end of 2025. Here we...
Smart meters and the future for small businesses  – Small Business UK
We’re now well over halfway through the smart meter rollout, with 67% of all meters in homes and businesses in Great Britain now smart or advanced, according to the...