High street retailers see a boost over online shopping.

CGT, inheritance tax, and SDLT hit record highs.

UK interest rates unchanged at 4.75%.

Rising costs and weak demand hit employment levels.

Stricter rules and fraud clampdowns hit small claims.

Find out if your extra income requires tax reporting.

Fewer companies avoid UK tax through offshore schemes.

Taxpayers urged to check double tax agreements.

Recession risks grow, but accountants defy decline.

Fraud clampdown and reduced claims impact SME relief uptake.