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This really isn't any surprise after the raise in Employers National Insurance rates. To stimulate the economy this decision needs to be reviewed!

UK unemployment hits 5.2%, highest rate for nearly five years It marks the highest rate since the Covid pandemic, official figures show.

January brings fresh goals, but the resolutions that really stick are the practical ones.

If you’re running a business in 2026, here are a few small changes that can make a big difference:

✅ Get clear on your numbers (profit + cash flow, not just turnover)
✅ Improve cash flow habits (invoicing, payment terms, chasing)
✅ Review pricing with confidence
✅ Put simple systems in place to save time
✅ Get support before things become urgent
✅ Protect your energy and wellbeing

We’ve written a short blog post with the full detail here:
https://www.mpoweraccounting.co.uk/new-year-resolutions-for-a-stronger-and-more-successful-business

If you’d like help turning goals into a clear plan, send us a message.

The news that the UK FTSE index has hit the 10 000 mark time for the first time is good news for all small business.

Why? This shows growing confidence in the UK economy which will benefit all businesses.

FTSE 100 index hits 10,000 milestone in new year rally A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London's main share index through the milestone.

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Ready Steady Cook for Nourish! | Paula Veysey Smith BA (Hons) C.FICB Ready Steady Cook for Nourish is back! Taking place at Trinity Theatre in Tunbridge Wells on Sunday 2 November. I'm delighted to be on the judging panel for this Nourish Community Foodbank event and am looking forward to having my tastebuds tickled! As a Business Club Member supporting the work of t...

What a lovely commendation from my client Rob Kearsey. It always gives me great pleasure when we can help our clients as they are growing and developing, providing the expertise and insight to take… | Paula Veysey Smith BA (Hons) C.FICB What a lovely commendation from my client Rob Kearsey. It always gives me great pleasure when we can help our clients as they are growing and developing, providing the expertise and insight to take them to the next level. I'm looking forward to continuing sharing this journey with him as he transiti...

For those of you interested in the overall picture for the UK economy this is worth a read!

Can the UK still claim to be the fastest-growing G7 economy? Half-full or half-empty? These latest GDP figures bring alive the classic metaphor about what exactly is in the glass.

Xero Price Increases 1 st September 2025 – how much more will I be charged?

Now you can be excused if you’ve missed the announcement of the latest price increases by Xero. Apart from a rather low key “Pricing Update” notice and customer emails there has been little else published on the internet explaining the latest round of increases in the Xero Plans. So, here’s your opportunity to understand how Xero’s recent update will impact the plan you are on.

Xero Price Increases 1 st September 2025 – how much more will I be charged? Now you can be excused if you’ve missed the announcement of the latest price increases by Xero. Apart from a rather low key “Pricing Update” notice and customer emails there has been little else published on the internet explaining the latest round of increases in the Xero Plans. So, here’s ...