Retail trading conditions remain weak
July sees sharp decline in retail sales volumes.
Corporate insolvencies hit a 14-year high
Insolvency Service reports an 8.9% increase on the previous quarter.
NatWest profits rocket to £3.6bn after resignations
The part taxpayer-owned bank’s profits are higher than expected.
Self-employed workers lack confidence in HMRC
Small businesses tire of constant legislation and investigation.
Service levels undermining HMRC charter commitments
HMRC scores 2.3 out of 10 for responsiveness.