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Don’t Fall Foul Of The Tipping Act
Hospitality and service industry businesses could face fines and the prospect of an employment tribunal if they don’t comply with the Tipping Act

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Budget 2025: Key Tax Changes For Family Businesses
Check out some of the key tax changes for family businesses announced in the Budget

Gavin Birchall - Partner, Head of Tax & Trusts at Birketts
Dec 1, 20253 min read


Reeves Offers Token Concession On Inheritance Tax Relief Reforms
Hopes that the government might soften its controversial changes to inheritance tax reliefs for businesses and farms have been largely dashed.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Government Retreats On Day-One Unfair Dismissal Pledge
Family Business United has welcomed the government’s decision to drop plans that would have allowed workers to claim unfair dismissal from their first day in a job.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Family Firms Need To Be Ready For Employment Rights Enforcement
The clock is ticking for firms to get ready for the introduction of the Fair Work Agency (FWA), according to experts from international business and advisory group Azets.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 21, 20252 min read


STEP Urges Government To Reconsider Flawed Inheritance Tax Reform
Ahead of the Budget, STEP, the professional body for trust and estate practitioners, is reiterating the need for the government to reconsider some of its proposals in the Finance Bill 2025-2026.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 18, 20254 min read


Unlocking Business: Reform Driven By You
The government has set an ambitious target to reduce the administrative burden on businesses so have your say and influence the outcome of the consultation.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 14, 20252 min read


Gifting vs Trusts: Planning For Inheritance Tax Before April 2026
If you're a business owner with significant value tied up in a family trading company, AIM shares, or other Business Property Relief (BPR) qualifying assets, the clock is ticking...

Simon Warne, Partner Tax - Crowe
Nov 12, 20254 min read


Warehousing Sector Is All Taxed-Out UKWA Warns Ahead Of Budget
The UK Warehousing Association is warning that the sector is all taxed out and that it needs the Chancellor to assist the sector in the forthcoming Autumn Budget.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 4, 20252 min read


UK Business R&D Falls While Rivals surge
Latest data shows a sharp 6.3% drop in UK business R&D investment since 2021.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Family Businesses Call For Greater Support As 92% Say Current Policies Fall Short
Survey reveals overwhelming dissatisfaction among the UK’s family business community with the level of government support for the sector.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 28, 20252 min read


Industrial Strategy Set To Bring Investment Boost
The announcement of a long term industrial strategy is set to bring immediate benefits to the UK economy.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Retirement Incomes Could Increase By 60% With 'Collective' Pension Schemes
Millions of workers across the UK could see their pensions increase by up to 60% as new regulations for Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) schemes are set to be laid.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 23, 20255 min read


House Of Lords Wants Your Views On Inheritance Tax, APR & BPR Changes
Family Business United continues to amplify the family business voice and respond to the needs of our members in challenging the recent...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 19, 20253 min read


APR/BPR Update
It is a while since we shared an update on the ongoing changes/lobbying activities with regards the changes announced in the last Budget...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 9, 20256 min read


Two Tiers Of Capital Gains Tax Could Hit Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs are at risk of being fined for incorrect Capital Gains Tax payments due to an issue with HMRC’s software, a tax specialist...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Company Owners Facing Increased Capital Gains Tax Burden
Business owners are being advised to carefully consider the structure of their companies, particularly if they are looking to sell. This...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 18, 20252 min read
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