Jermaine
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Jermaine writes informative business content related to entrepreneurship, finance, innovation, operations, and emerging opportunities for growing businesses in the UK.
Posts by Jermaine
DWP Universal Credit Rollout End: Is the Move to Universal Credit Finally Finished?
The DWP Universal Credit rollout has officially finished, ending a programme that began in 2013. DWP completed its exercise to contact remaining legacy-benefit claimants in late March 2026,…
Andy Burnham Cash ISA Rules: What Changes for UK Savers?
Searches for Andy Burnham cash ISA rules centre on a practical question: will savers still be able to put £20,000 a year into tax-free cash savings? Under the…
What Happens If You Lose in Small Claims Court UK?
If you lose a small claims case in England or Wales, the outcome depends on whether you were the claimant or defendant. A losing defendant will usually be…
Does Gross Misconduct Always Lead to Dismissal?
No. Gross misconduct does not always lead to dismissal. It can be serious enough to justify dismissal without notice, including for a first offence, but an employer should…
Can PIP Be Stopped Without Notification?
Yes, a PIP payment can appear to stop before you receive or notice a letter, but the DWP should normally give you written notice when it makes an…
Andy Burnham Whitehall Job Cuts Begin Under Devolution Push
Andy Burnham’s government has begun the first operational stage of its Whitehall devolution push, with civil servants due to be seconded into regional mayoral authorities from autumn 2026.…
Crypto Tax Warning Letters HMRC: 81,000 Investors Targeted
HMRC has sent 81,000 warning letters to cryptocurrency holders over the past 12 months, according to new figures reported by the BBC, as the tax authority increases scrutiny…
Andy Burnham Bus Pass Funding Plan Brings 24-Hour Free Travel for Disabled People
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that eligible disabled bus pass holders in England will be able to travel free at any time of day from 1 April…
Andy Burnham Bank Tax: Could Higher Levies Drive Banks Out of Britain?
JPMorgan chief Jamie Dimon has warned Chancellor John Healey against raising taxes on banks ahead of the 28 October Budget, while former NatWest chairman Sir Howard Davies has…