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Derby Property Meet brings together property investors, developers and trusted industry professionals for genuine, face-to-face networking.

No hard sell. Just real conversations, expert knowledge, valuable connections and practical insights to help you move forward in property.

🌟 Meet our trusted professional partners at next weeks event

• Nelsons Solicitors
• Houseshare Heroes
• Signature Specialist Finance
• Shapcotts Accountants
• Parker Liddle Architecture
• Sabel & Co Independent Estate Agent
• DJH Commercial Ltd

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The Government has published a one-year-on update to its Small Business Plan, which is intended to support small and medium-sized businesses to start, scale and grow.

Key highlights from the report include: Late Payments, Tax Administration, Access to finance, and Apprenticeships

Update On Government’s Small Business Plan - Shapcotts Accountants Shapcotts Accountants The Government has published a one-year-on update to its Small Business Plan, which is intended to support small and medium-sized businesses to start, scale and grow. Key highlights from the report include: Late payment The Small Business Protections Bill was laid before Parliament in May 2026. The....

In this issue of our Business Newsletter, we cover a wide range of topics, from Business Plans and Shareholder Agreements to changes to VAT Payments and Employment Law Reform.

Shapcotts Business Newsletter In this issue of our Business Newsletter, we cover a wide range of topics, from Business Plans and Shareholder Agreements to changes to VAT Payments and Employment Law Reform.

The government has announced an over 40% increase in charge point grant amounts that will mean businesses, landlords and renters could save up to £500 on installing an electric vehicle (EV) charge point. Previously, the grant provided a discount of £350.

The uplift could cover almost half the typical installation costs and make it easier for EV users to access cheaper electricity rates at home or work to charge their EV. Schools will also be eligible for grants of up to £2,000 per socket.

Boosts In Grants For Installing EV Chargers - Shapcotts Accountants Shapcotts Accountants The government has announced an over 40% increase in charge point grant amounts that will mean businesses, landlords and renters could save up to £500 on installing an electric vehicle (EV) charge point. Previously, the grant provided a discount of £350. The uplift could cover almost half the typi...

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a campaign to remind employers that they have the same legal duties for home workers as office-based staff.

According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), over a third of workers in Great Britain now work remotely or in hybrid arrangements, which makes this an important area for employers to cover.

Health And Safety Campaign For Home Workers - Shapcotts Accountants Shapcotts Accountants The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a campaign to remind employers that they have the same legal duties for home workers as office-based staff. According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), over a third of workers in Great Britain now work remotely or....

Join us next Weds at Derby Property Meet - 8th July 2026
for another great evening of networking and insight

We’re excited to welcome Alex Whitelaw, AI expert who will be sharing practical insights into how artificial intelligence is transforming business and property.

We’ll also be introducing our newest community partner - Dan Hawkins from DJH commercial Ltd who joins us to bring his extensive knowledge and expertise in commercial property.

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, or learn something new - this is a session you won’t want to miss!

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If you run a small business, you will know that late payments can quickly turn from an irritation into a full-blown cash flow problem. The government’s response to the recent late payments suggests that there will soon be additional legislation to help deal with the problem.

In the meantime, here are three practical steps you can take that can make a real difference.

Three Practical Tips To Deal With Late Payments - Shapcotts Accountants Shapcotts Accountants If you run a small business, you will know that late payments can quickly turn from an irritation into a full-blown cash flow problem. The government’s response to the recent late payments suggests that there will soon be additional legislation to help deal with the problem. In the meantime, here ...

Exciting news - Suzanne Smith is joining me at the DASH Services' conference!
Suzanne is a well-known voice in the property world and supports thousands of landlords every week through her website, YouTube channel, membership community and newsletter.
Her new book, The Good Landlord Handbook, is packed with practical advice for landlords navigating the Renters' Rights Act and the changing private rented sector.
I'm really looking forward to welcoming Suzanne to the conference and hearing her insights as part of our expert panel and Q&A, then after lunch Suzanne will join me on stage for an in-depth conversation in the main theatre. I know our delegates will get a huge amount of value from her session so it really will be one not to miss.
We can't wait to see you there!
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No extension to statutory due dates when they fall on weekends or bank holidays. Incorrect advice provided by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other websites is contributing to a growing trend of late VAT return filing and payment.

HM Revenue & Customs are reminding VAT-registered businesses that there is no extension to the statutory due dates when they fall on weekends or bank holidays.

AI Providing Misleading Advice On VAT Return Filing - Shapcotts Accountants Shapcotts Accountants No extension to statutory due dates when they fall on weekends or bank holidays. Incorrect advice provided by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other websites is contributing to a growing trend of late VAT return filing and payment. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are reminding VAT-registered businesses....