ICAEW advocates bold future action for economy
Professional body emphasises need for tax simplification.
HMRC performance survey sparks scrutiny
Negative feedback expected due to summer helpline closures.
Government finances show biggest surplus in 30 years
A £16.7bn surplus has been reported.
Maximum council tax hikes imminent
Most English councils to raise council tax by 4.99%.
Record long-term sickness could harm economy
UK’s workforce is 700,000 smaller than pre-Covid levels.