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UK business and political response to upcoming Budget

Overview

In the lead-up to the October 28 Budget, UK political figures and business organizations have voiced concerns regarding potential tax increases and regulatory burdens.

Shadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith has urged the Labour government to rule out tax rises for small businesses and the self-employed, alleging that current policies are “squeezing small businesses dry”. To address the administrative costs of compliance, a taskforce has been established to review the tax burden on small enterprises, with a report due in December.

As the Budget approaches, various business groups are proposing specific fiscal measures. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is calling for reduced costs of doing business and fewer regulatory barriers, while the Institute of Directors (IoD) has proposed a five-point plan emphasizing a predictable tax environment. Additionally, the British Chambers of Commerce is advocating for targeted tax reductions, including relief on energy and business rates and cuts to employer National Insurance contributions for workers under 25.

Entities

John Healey · United Kingdom · Institute of Directors · Association of Chartered Certified Accountants · Andrew Griffith

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    UK business groups and experts prepare for upcoming Budget

    Ahead of the UK Budget, business groups are calling for tax relief and regulatory reforms to spur growth, while financial experts advise individuals to focus on maximizing existing tax allowances.

  2. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    UK Shadow Chancellor urges Labour to rule out small business tax rises

    Shadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith is urging the UK government to rule out business tax rises and simplify compliance ahead of the October Budget to support struggling small firms.

Sources

cityam.com · financialaccountant.co.uk · independent.co.uk · iNews.co.uk · standard.co.uk · theaccountant-online.com · thefinancialanalyst.net