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.

Tax-free gifts for Inheritance Tax purposes
Making gifts during your lifetime can be an effective way to reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax…May 14, 2026
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Reclaiming VAT on car leasing costs
Businesses that lease cars often assume they can recover all of the VAT charged on car leasing payments. In practice,…May 14, 2026
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Why cyber security is now a business survival issue
Cyber security is no longer a concern limited to large corporations. Increasingly, smaller businesses are finding themselves targeted by phishing…May 11, 2026
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Employment law changes pressure small businesses
Many small business owners are already feeling the effects of rising staffing costs, tighter recruitment conditions and increased administration. Recent…May 11, 2026
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Tax Diary June/July 2026
1 June 2026 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2025. 19 June 2026…May 7, 2026
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How the Marriage Allowance works
The Marriage Allowance lets you transfer £1,260 of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife or civil partner. Your Personal…May 7, 2026
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Self-employed National Insurance
Most self-employed people are required to pay Class 4 National Insurance contributions (NICs). Class 4 NICs are payable if their…May 7, 2026
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National Insurance liability on benefits in kind
National Insurance contributions that relate to employee benefits are known as Class 1A National Insurance contributions. Employers must pay these…May 7, 2026
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How capital gains are linked with Income Tax
How capital gains are linked with Income Tax is important to understand as your overall income position affects the Capital…May 7, 2026
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How dividends are taxed
Dividends are taxed differently from other types of income, with separate allowances and tax rates that depend on your overall…May 7, 2026
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The 60% tax band
Many taxpayers are surprised to learn that once their income exceeds £100,000, they can face an effective tax rate of…May 7, 2026
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A pattern of workplace harassment may be treated as a continuous event
A pivotal ruling has raised a protective umbrella over those impacted by a toxic workplace environment, potentially extending employers' legal…May 6, 2026
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