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MPs say Britain must overhaul how investment reaches growing companies. A new Commons report warns that low investment, weak scale-up finance, and fragmented public institutions are holding back productivity and long-term growth.
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The Maple Review has called for broader access to enterprise. Its final report recommends micro-capital, business skills education, and redesigned support for founders who have experienced economic hardship.
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UK accountants are fielding more questions on European expansion routes. New e-Residency research suggests digital-first structures are now being recommended ahead of traditional EU subsidiaries by more advisers.
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Making Tax Digital is moving from policy into workflow reality. Accountants still face practical questions around quarterly updates, HMRC calculations, client approvals, and deadline pressure before the first August filing.
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Tradespeople are backing tougher sentencing despite low bill awareness levels. Tradesman Saver research found 71% had not heard of proposed tool theft legislation, although support rose sharply once the plans were explained.
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UK services data has turned cautious after months of resilience. The latest PMI shows output, new work, hiring, and confidence weakening as companies confront soft demand and persistent cost pressure.
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Edify has secured fresh backing to scale hospitality operations software. Calculus invested £2.5m as part of a £3m round for the AI platform, which serves brands including Pret A Manger, Dunkin’ Donuts, WatchHouse, and Yolk Brands.
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Salary sacrifice reforms could weaken pension saving for millions nationally. LCP says more than 2.8 million workers are expected to reduce contributions after the 2029 cap takes effect.
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UK growth forecasts now point to weaker investment and hiring. The BCC expects GDP to rise by 0.9% in 2026, with business investment falling 2.2% and inflation peaking at 3.8% by year-end.
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May’s US dealmaking was shaped by infrastructure, AI, and scale. The largest transactions showed strategic buyers paying for assets tied to power demand, housing capacity, industrial controls, corporate travel, and healthcare pipelines.