Business News: July
From time to time, we produce information for clients on a number of topical and important issues, some of which can be found below:
End of National Insurance cards comes step closer
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has introduced the latest stage of its move to phase out National Insurance cards.
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Businesses get extra help on competition law
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has launched new guidance to help businesses comply with competition law.
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Europe set to streamline patent rules
UK businesses are set to save millions of pounds a year as a single European patent came a step closer following agreements by ministers at a meeting of the Competitiveness Council in Luxembourg.
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New challenge on red tape
Businesss owners, employees and the public are being urged to blow the whistle on inconsistent and over-zealous enforcement of rules and regulations.
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'E-traders' included in new tax crackdown
New campaigns targeting VAT defaulters, private tutors and e-marketplaces will be launched by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) over the next year.
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China tax agreement set to boost trade
A new double taxation agreement between the UK and the People's Republic of China is set to encourage more cross-border trade between the two countries.
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UK lobbies over European maternity leave proposals
The UK has reinforced its opposition to proposals by MEPs to introduce 20 weeks of maternity leave on full pay.
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Advice on offer as Rugby World Cup kicks off
The Government has issued advice to employers on maintaining productivity and keeping staff engaged during the Rugby World Cup later this year.
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