HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed it uses AI to scan social media posts as part of criminal investigations into suspected tax and benefits fraud. That means, if you are posting content that could be viewed as advocating for,…
The Treasury is reportedly revisiting Inheritance Tax (IHT) as ministers hunt for extra revenue. While the Chancellor considers several options, IHT reforms remain a likely avenue, and now may be a good time to restructure your assets to avoid a…
With UK growth slowing to just 0.3 per cent in Q2, business confidence is fragile. Momentum has faded after a surge in exports ahead of new tariffs earlier this year, while weaker consumer confidence and persistently high household savings add…
When the Chancellor unveiled £26 billion in additional taxes and higher employer National Insurance contributions (NIC) last autumn, the impact on business confidence was immediate. Businesses are now trying to manage: The new adult National Minimum Wage rate, which has…
The Government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is now only a matter of months away. It is important that you are prepared and understand how the changes could affect you as the phased introduction of this new tax…
The Government’s plan for small businesses, also known as The Backing Your Business Plan, is being introduced to support SMEs growth and development. The plan has been created to give businesses the ability to grow and help them realise their…
Taking place on Saturday, 6 September at 10 am at The King’s School, Witney, this is our eighth year as headline sponsors. We are looking forward to seeing all the Witney Roadrunners and it is sure to be a fantastic…
In today’s interconnected world, cyber‑risk has gone from a simple technical concern to an existential threat for businesses. Every business should be preparing itself to defend against cyber criminals, but the number of those doing so is worryingly low. We…
Many business owners assume artificial intelligence (AI) is only relevant for large corporations. However, modern tools are already helping smaller firms reduce costs in subtle but powerful ways. Better supplier pricing Software can now track pricing trends across your industry,…
For a long time, pensions have offered a tax-efficient way to pass on wealth to the next generation. Under current rules, most defined-contribution pensions sit outside your estate for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes. This can mean they are passed on…