Last week I sat down with prime minister Keir Starmer to gain what I hoped would be a clear picture of the government's stance on small business. I went in as a firm owner with two priorities in mind – tax fairness and confidence for 2026. Many of my clients have been asking the same questions ever since the dividend tax rise was announced, so I wanted answers that would help me give them certainty.
Rachel Harris is a Director at her own firms, @accountant_she and striveX. A leading financial expert, she specializes in entrepreneurship, startups, corporate finance, and corporate sustainability, leveraging her extensive knowledge to connect with a wide audience across multiple platforms. Rachel has been featured in notable publications such as Forbes and The Guardian, and is a sought-after voice on TV and radio, including appearances on ITV This Morning and BBC Radio 5 Live.










