Insights, Updates and Guidance
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Beware Winter Fuel Payment scams
Pensioners are being urged to stay vigilant for any Winter Fuel Payment scams. HMRC is starting to recover Winter Fuel…April 23, 2026
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Preparing for a new employment landscape in 2026/27: Further protections
Annual leave & holiday pay (effective April 2026) From 6 April, the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025 has introduced strict…April 20, 2026
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Interest rate outlook for 2026
The outlook for UK interest rates during 2026 remains uncertain, although current expectations suggest relative stability, with the possibility of…April 20, 2026
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Hedging against rising costs
Rising prices remain a concern for many UK business owners, particularly where energy, materials, labour and finance costs are unpredictable.…April 20, 2026
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Filing deadlines for reporting expenses and benefits
Employers providing employees with expenses or benefits in kind must comply with specific reporting, filing, and payment obligations each tax…April 16, 2026
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VAT Flat Rate Scheme – what is a limited cost trader?
The VAT Flat Rate Scheme is designed to simplify the way a business accounts for VAT and, in doing so,…April 16, 2026
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Settlor retains interest in settled property
The settlements legislation is designed to ensure that where a settlor retains an interest in settled property, the income arising…April 16, 2026
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Car and travel expenses if self-employed
If you are self-employed, it is important to understand which car and travel costs are allowable for tax purposes. You…April 16, 2026
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Tax relief when incorporating a business
When a sole trader or partnership transfers a business to a company, a chargeable gain may arise. This is calculated…April 16, 2026
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Filing obligations for private limited companies
Those responsible for the accounts and tax compliance of private limited companies must ensure they are fully aware of the…April 16, 2026
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Reducing domestic energy costs
Energy costs remain a significant pressure on household budgets, and reducing consumption continues to be one of the most reliable…April 13, 2026
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Increase in employment costs 2026-27
From April 2026, the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates have increased, and businesses should ensure payroll systems…April 13, 2026
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