Households on track to be £400 worse off this tax year due to higher taxes

4th April 2025 Consumer Collections | #taxes

As the new tax year begins in April, the outlook for living standards is historically bleak as British households face a triple-hit from higher taxes, utility bill increases, and benefits that aren’t keeping pace with the cost of living – leaving the typical working-age household £400 worse off this financial year, according to new analysis…

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Third of brokers say cutting taxes is key to SME growth

21st February 2025 Alternative Business Lending | #taxes

More than a third (38%) of finance brokers say lower taxes are needed to boost SME growth this year, according to iwoca’s latest SME Expert Index. This is double the next choice of reforming business rates (19%). With almost three-quarters (70%) of finance brokers saying conditions for SMEs have worsened since the Labour Government took…

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