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How the UK economic sanctions on Russia may affect British businesses and VCs 3 Mar 2022 Clients, Policy, Tech, Trends - While the direct impact for Founders of high growth businesses is still unclear, it is worth looking at how some of these sanctions might affect different UK business sectors.
Making Tax Digital For VAT Due To Be Extended On 1 April 2022 14 Dec 2021 Deadlines, Policy - From 1 April 2021, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT will become compulsory for all VAT-registered businesses.
Seedrs Announce $100m Acquisition By US-Based Republic 13 Dec 2021 Policy, Trends, Valuation - On 1st December 2021 Seedrs entered into an acquisition agreement with US-based investing platform Republic, valuing the UK company at $100m.
What The Supreme Court Ruling On Uber Means For The Gig Economy 23 Feb 2021 Employment, Policy - The Uber ruling sets an important precedent for employment law. It is important to consider in more detail the reasons behind the Supreme Court's decision that Uber drivers are to be considered "workers".
UK GOV To Regulate Stablecoins and Issue 1st Sovereign Green Bond 13 Nov 2020 Brexit, Policy - The Chancellor announced promising post-Brexit plans that may boost sectors including FinTech, Blockchain, CleanTech and Green Energy.
US Elections: What We Know And What It Means For The UK 5 Nov 2020 Brexit, Policy - As we wait for the US election winner to be called, we examine what either outcome could mean for the UK economy and international relations.
HMRC Announce Companies House Reform Following FinCEN Files Leak 10 Oct 2020 Policy - Leaked FinCEN documents showed how banks allowed criminals to launder and move money, as well as the role of UK regulators in preventing these activities.
Retailers Warn GOV Against Online Sales Tax Amid Business Rate Review 3 Aug 2020 COVID-19, Policy - During a review of business rates, the Treasury suggested a new online sales tax, which would be used to relieve the high street against online competitors.
What’s Next For Delayed IR35 Reform? 5 May 2020 Employment, Policy - The Government postponed the IR35 to 6 April 2021, but an inquiry by the House of Lords harshly criticised the legislation.
Budget 2020 For Start-Ups: Everything You Need To Know 16 Mar 2020 COVID-19, Fundraising, Policy - In this report we outline the most relevant points from the 2020 Budget for UK start-ups & SMEs like Entrepreneurs' Relief cap, COVID-19 measures and more.
ICAEW Calls For Brexit Trade Agreement That Maximises Market Access 3 Feb 2020 Brexit, Policy - As negotiations for the Brexit trade deal begin, ICAEW highlights the need to maintain access to each other's markets to avoid unnecessary bureaucracy.
Tax Tribunal Ruling On Times Digital Edition VAT Could Set Key Precedent 13 Jan 2020 Policy, Tax - A tribunal ruled that the digital version of The Times should be eligible for zero-rated VAT. This could save News UK and similar companies millions in tax.