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Making Tax Digital – Do you know what it means for you?

by JayJenkins | Apr 9, 2026

It is estimated that 900,000 self employed individuals or sole traders will be affected by changes to the tax system from 6th April 2026. If you have an annual income of over £50,000 including if you are a landlord, you’ll be required to file quarterly updates online...

Academisation in UK Education Policy

by Mark | Jul 16, 2024

Academisation in UK Education Policy has transformed the structure of school governance in England over the past two decades. First introduced by the Labour government under Tony Blair in 2000, academies were designed to improve educational outcomes in underperforming...

Labour Schools Plan: A Vision for UK Education

by Mark | Jul 16, 2024

Labour has a plan for our schools. A plan for high and rising standards for every child. Because after 14 years of Tory failure, our children deserve better. Labour will: Deliver high and rising standards in early education With childcare that delivers life chances...

LMI success stories

by Mark | Apr 18, 2024

LMI success stories offer real-world examples of how labour market insights are being used across UK industries to support career development, education planning, and workforce strategy. These case studies highlight the impact of LMI in shaping decisions and improving...

UKCA and CE Marking Great Britain

by Mark | Aug 17, 2023

The UK government has confirmed an indefinite extension to the use of CE marking for businesses. From the end of next year, certain products sold in Great Britain were due to have a new UK safety mark (UKCA). However, an announcement from the Department for Business...