Business tax

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called on the government to make the rates relief to which small firms are entitled automatic.

The Chancellor is being urged to use the forthcoming Budget to introduce tax measures that will encourage business investment.

The deferred increase in fuel duty has finally reached the petrol pumps.

Businesses have been given a reprieve from the 5 per cent rates rise due this month.

As well as changes to the rules governing employers and businesses, this April's common commencement date also introduces some amendments to the tax system.