Retail sales grow steadily in April
Retailers hope sales will improve over the summer.
Strike action will impact HMRC helplines.
Over 400 HMRC employees will strike from 10 May.
Government launches cryptoassets consultation
Proposed changes will introduce new rules for DeFi transactions.
Government extends VAT exemption for pharmacists
New zero-rating rules apply from 1 May.
Government writes off nearly £1bn in Covid grants
Public Accounts Committee criticises business department.