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UK “narrowly avoids recession”
ONS figures show zero growth in the last quarter of 2022.UK sets out plans to regulate cryptocurrency
HMRC aims to provide clarity for businesses and consumers.Industry calls for pause of R&D reforms
The House of Lords has expressed concern over some new measures.Millions face 5% council tax hike
Many local authorities plan to raise council tax by the maximum amount in April.NIC top-up window to reduce from April
The ICAEW is urging taxpayers to check their National Insurance records.ICAEW calls for taskforce to tackle HMRC backlog
"Unacceptable delays" are stifling the UK's economic growth.HMRC pauses MTD for ITSA pilot
The decision will allow the tax authority to refresh its testing strategy.PM restructures departments to boost the economy
New departments will focus on supporting growth and achieving net zero.HMRC raises interest rates on tax debt
The new penalties will apply from 21 February.Company insolvencies surge in 2022
Insolvency figures hit 2,190 – their highest level since 2009.
In the 11th and 12th centuries half a million pilgrims a year travelled on foot from all over Europe to Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. In September 1992 Patrick Shanahan retraced their steps, recording his 500 mile journey in a series of photographs, some of which are reproduced on this website.