April brings a new tax year. And a lot to keep track of.

Pay growth is slowing. Mortgage rates are rising. Energy costs are putting pressure on households. And for businesses thinking about hiring, there are new grants worth knowing about.

This month's round-up covers the key stories that matter to business owners and individuals right now. Slowing wage growth and what it means for the wider economy, rising mortgage costs driven by global uncertainty, government support for heating oil users, and new financial incentives for businesses taking on young people.

It is a mixed picture out there. But being informed is a good place to start.

If anything in here is relevant to your situation and you want to talk it through, we are always happy to help.April brings a new tax year. And a lot to keep track of.

Pay growth is slowing. Mortgage rates are rising. Energy costs are putting pressure on households. And for businesses thinking about hiring, there are new grants worth knowing about.

This month's round-up covers the key stories that matter to business owners and individuals right now. Slowing wage growth and what it means for the wider economy, rising mortgage costs driven by global uncertainty, government support for heating oil users, and new financial incentives for businesses taking on young people.

It is a mixed picture out there. But being informed is a good place to start.

If anything in here is relevant to your situation and you want to talk it through, we are always happy to help.