Business groups have delivered their verdict on today's emergency statement by new chancellor Jeremy Hunt, as the British Chambers of Commerce describes it as "a plan for today with nothing for tomorrow".

As the latest ONS data shows there are currently more job vacancies than people looking for work, the British Chambers of Commerce says the government must "get serious about jobs" as small firms continue to struggle to recruit.

HM Revenue and Customs is reminding businesses that from Tuesday 1 November, they will no longer be able to use their existing VAT online account to submit VAT returns.

The government has announced that more businesses are to be categorised as SMEs, releasing thousands of UK firms from some reporting requirements as well as future regulations.

New research suggests that almost half of British consumers are unable to maintain their current lifestyle due to the rising cost of living and many are changing brands and making cut-backs as a result.

The government has unveiled more details of its support for businesses and public sector organisations facing rising energy bills.

The Federation of Small Businesses, the British Chambers of Commerce and the Institute of Directors have welcomed the pro-business measures announced today by the chancellor of the exchequer.

Almost half of hybrid workers say they plan to go into their office more often this winter to save money on energy bills.

Google searches for "side hustle ideas" are up 326% as Brits look for ways to pay for rising living costs.

Prime minister Liz Truss has unveiled plans to cap energy prices for consumers and businesses but there are fears that the timeframe for business support is too short.