Confused by IR35 rules? Our tax specialists from FSB Tax Investigation Protection explain what the new rules mean for freelancers working in the private sector. This content was last reviewed in August 2024. We’re here to help you understand the ins and outs of the off-payroll working changes introduced into the private sector in April 2021, so that you can stay compliant. What is IR35? IR35, also known as the off-payroll working rules or intermediaries legislation was origin

Choosing greenery for Christmas designs? Use this A-Z guide to foliage essentials that will see you through the festive season and beyond.

Running a festive wreath workshop can be great fun and very rewarding, the key to success is to be organised and prepared.  So how to go about it? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions.

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Learn how to approach risk management with confidence. Discover types of business risks, why risk management is important, and steps for reducing risk. With increasing liability claims, being able to identify and reduce risks can help to safeguard your financial stability. Preventing claims can keep your premiums reasonable and also enables your business to avoid significant costs and downtime from dealing with accidents. Legal and insurance experts at the Federation of Small

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Cyber attacks are growing and becoming ever more sophisticated. 74% of large organisations and 42% of small organisations report a breach or attack in the last year. The British Retail Consortium recently held a day long briefing with the National Cyber Security Centre and will follow up by continuing their regular series of online briefings, starting with a meeting on cyber culture and on ransomware developments in November. Phishing remains the most prevalent type of cyber

It won’t be long before your customers' thoughts turn to Christmas.

Taking a stall or stand at a Christmas Fair is a great way to get your festive floral products in front of a wide audience. But before you commit your time and money to a fair, make sure its right for you and your business. Start by asking the following questions: Is the market in a good location, easy to find and well known in the area? If the same event was held last year, what was the footfall and does this sound enough?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, and florists can play a big role by creating beautiful pink-themed florals while...

It’s that time of year again! Autumn is here, with leaves falling, colder days and dark evenings drawing in quickly. But, it’s not all...

Modern slavery is too often shrouded in a veil of indifference in which human dignity is relegated below other concerns. Society chooses...

Halloween is a great retail sales opportunity so get creative with your shop window displays and merchandising to draw in the customers.

Make the most of pumpkin season by creating eye-catching shop displays using squashes and gourds.

Your best employees work hard because they’re passionate about what they do. But even they still probably want more money....