Links

Useful websites for business owners.

HM Revenue and Customs: Government department responsible for tax administration
HM Treasury: UK economics and finance ministry
Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy: Government department responsible for UK business
British Chambers of Commerce: Representing local business communities
Companies House: Official Government register of UK companies
UK Intellectual Property Office: Government body responsible for granting intellectual property rights
Money Claim Online: Online claiming facility from HM Courts Service
Acas: Employment relations organisation
Citizens Advice: Helping to resolve consumer issues
Contracts Finder: A free service for businesses, government buyers and the public
Get Safe Online: Protecting against internet threats
Office for National Statistics: National and local statistics online
BBC News: The latest UK and international news
Financial Times Online: Financial news and analysis
Route Planner: Plan your journey routes within the UK and Europe

26 Jun 2026

Government fraud squad hunts down Covid loan scams

A new counter-fraud squad has launched investigations against those who defrauded the public during the Covid pandemic, the Treasury has announced.

25 Jun 2026

The tax gap rose to a record high of £59.2 billion in cash terms for 2024/25, according to the latest data from HMRC.