Notes on websites, hosting, and running a small business online.
From January 2027, employees can claim unfair dismissal after 6 months instead of 2 years. The compensation cap is being removed entirely. If you employ anyone, this matters now.
The UK quietly changed its cookie laws in February. You can probably simplify your cookie banner. But the fines went up 35 times, and there is a new deadline on the 19th of June.
The UK's top security official just warned that small businesses are targets for state-backed cyberattacks. Here is what that actually means and what to do about it.
Inflation hit 3.3% yesterday. Fuel is up 8.7%. If you have not raised your prices yet, here is how to do it without losing the customers you want to keep.
AI can genuinely help your SEO in 2026, but not in the way the LinkedIn crowd is selling. Here is what it is good at, where it falls over, and what to try this week.
From April 2026, the business rates system in England was overhauled with new multipliers, a full revaluation, and the end of temporary relief. If you have premises, check your bill.
The Equality Act 2010 requires your website to be accessible to people with disabilities. Most small businesses have never heard of this. Here is what it means in practice.
New rules will cap payment terms at 60 days, force mandatory interest on late invoices, and give the Small Business Commissioner the power to fine. Here is what it means for you.
SSP from day one, new paternity rights, and a government body that can show up unannounced. If you employ anyone, here is what changed on the 6th of April.
MTD for Income Tax started on 6 April 2026. If you are a sole trader or landlord earning over £50,000, the way you report to HMRC just changed. Here is what to do about it.
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