Clarity on new border checks is vital, says BCC
The government must clarify plans around new customs processes as firms remain in the dark about crucial aspects of their operation, says the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The first…
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Over 50s bucking decline in freelance numbers
Tens of thousands more over 50s are now running their own businesses despite an overall decline in self-employment since 2020, according to the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed…
Only a third of UK adults confident with self assessment
Just 35% of UK adults are confident they could complete the self assessment tax return form correctly, according to research by Standard Life. Three in ten UK adults admit they…
HMRC sends warning to cryptoasset users
As the use of cryptoassets continues to grow HMRC is warning people to check if they need to complete a self assessment tax return for the 2022/23 tax year to avoid…
Raise VAT threshold to £100,000, says FSB
The government should raise the turnover threshold for VAT from £85,000 to £100,000, according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). The business group said that this would give firms…
Your business is your greatest asset, but is it in your financial plan?
Attention business owners and entrepreneurs – We have just launched our new ‘What’s My Number Calculator’. Unlock the true potential of your financial future with our innovative ‘What’s My Number’…
Government borrowing falls as Chancellor hints at tax cuts in Spring Budget
Government borrowing fell to £7.8 billion in December 2023 giving Chancellor Jeremy Hunt more scope to make the tax cuts he has hinted at in the Spring Budget. The Office for…
Tax cuts may have to be scrapped due to ‘economic bind’, warns IFS
Tax cut promises may need to be scrapped as a result of the UK being in an ‘unfortunate economic and fiscal bind’, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has warned. The next…
IMMINENT CHANGES TO UK COMPANY LAW
In October 2023, Companies House announced a raft of upcoming changes as they strive towards enhancing the quality and reliability of the data they hold whilst tackling economic crime.It has…
EMPLOYER UPDATE – FEBRUARY
There have been a couple of changes recently affecting the calculation of holidays and holiday pay which employers need to be aware of. Here our payroll manager Jayne discusses the…
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