Insights, Updates and Guidance
Our news section shares practical updates on accounting, tax regulations and financial management – written in plain language to keep you informed.

Employee travel expenses
There is no requirement to report certain travel and subsistence expenses where an exemption applies. The travel and subsistence benefits…June 25, 2026
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Tax treatment of loans to employees
Employees may receive a taxable benefit where an employer provides a loan that is interest-free or charged at a rate…June 25, 2026
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Company mobile phones and tax implications
When employers provide mobile phones to employees, it is important to understand the tax treatment that applies to both the…June 25, 2026
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Understanding dividend tax
Understanding dividend tax is important for anyone who receives income from shares in a company. Dividends are taxed differently from…June 25, 2026
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Tax relief on professional subscriptions
Employees may be entitled to tax relief on certain professional fees and subscriptions that they pay personally. The relief is…June 25, 2026
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Investment Manager Exemption (IME)
The Investment Manager Exemption (IME) is a long-standing HMRC concession that helps attract international investment in the UK. It allows…June 25, 2026
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Companies House steps up enforcement activity
Companies House is entering a new era of enforcement as it begins making greater use of the powers granted under…June 22, 2026
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The benefits of Fair Payment Code accreditation
Getting paid on time remains one of the biggest challenges facing many small and medium-sized businesses. Late payments can place…June 22, 2026
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Capital Gains Tax if selling shares or investments
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax on the profit you make when you sell or dispose of an asset…June 18, 2026
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Understanding your National Insurance record
Your National Insurance record can be checked online to see what contributions and credits you have built up and whether…June 18, 2026
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Tax-free benefits in kind from your employer
The range of benefits that can be provided tax-free by an employer is relatively limited, but there are several common…June 18, 2026
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Claiming tax relief on charitable donations
When you donate money to a charity or Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) under Gift Aid, the organisation can claim…June 18, 2026
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