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.

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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Non-tax considerations when returning to the UK
Returning to the UK after a period abroad can feel straightforward on the surface, but there are a number of…May 4, 2026
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Update on Companies House plans for profit and loss filing
There has been considerable discussion over the past year about whether small companies would be required to file profit and…May 4, 2026
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Gifts to a spouse or civil partner
Transfers of assets between spouses or civil partners are usually free from Capital Gains Tax (CGT). When you give or…April 30, 2026
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