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The FCA and PRA's Phase 2 consultation on SM&CR proposes a series of reforms designed to streamline regulatory requirements, reduce administrative burdens and support UK competitiveness while maintaining accountability standards. The article examines the key proposals, the potential impact on firms, and the practical steps organisations should consider as the reforms progress.

AI agent governance: benchmark where you stand, assign clear ownership and put controls in place. Practical first steps for boards and risk leaders.

The Founders’ Relief: a 10% capital gains tax rate on up to £10m of lifetime gains “for the founders of our most successful firms”. Find out what it could really mean for growing businesses.

Autumn Budget 2026 tax response from Grant Thornton: what Chancellor John Healey’s first Budget means for business, employment, private and indirect tax.

Directors of close companies must now report company details, dividends and shareholding on their 2025/26 tax return. Here’s what’s changed and what to do now.

Choosing trade finance, or refinancing an existing facility, is rarely straightforward and it can be hard for firms to navigate their options. We explain why understanding the working capital cycle is essential, and how modelling different facilities against it helps businesses choose the right provider.

National Care Service reform: what it means for councils and NHS partners, from funding pressures to joining up care, health, housing and communities.

With income tax rates, employee National Insurance and VAT rises ruled out, where could the Chancellor raise revenue on 28 October? Our predictions for the UK’s Autumn Budget 2026.

Thinking about taking investment? Mike Tillson explains why timing matters, and what to get in place 12 to 24 months before you go to market.

Bus franchising: how local transport authorities can separate a case for change from a case for funding, with three questions to test the evidence.

Strategic Delivery Partner model explained: how UK councils use innovative partnerships to deliver net zero projects and attract private investment.

Automation and AI are shifting what a tax function can do. Yet many in-house tax teams are still focused on filing VAT returns and firefighting.

DC master trusts are moving into private assets. Learn why robust governance, not just compliance, will decide whether trustees deliver better member outcomes.

The FCA’s final UK SRS rules introduce new ISSB-aligned sustainability and climate disclosure requirements from 2027. Explore the key changes, scope, transitional reliefs and practical steps for implementation.

A looks at the FCA's new wind-down planning requirement for cryptoasset firms as the authorisation gateway opens, and why firms should start preparing their wind-down plan now.

Only asking your current bank for funding? Find out how a wider lender search can mean better terms, more headroom and less personal risk.