Category SMEs / Business
Government Gateway to be replaced with single login system
In a bid to simplify the way in which taxpayers and agents use online services, the Government is rolling out plans to replace Government Gateway accounts with a new system.
Understanding VAT for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
For both limited companies and unincorporated businesses, managing Value Added Tax (VAT) can be a significant challenge, affecting a broad spectrum of business activities.
Companies House is changing – are you prepared?
New rules are coming into effect on 4 March 2024 which could impact your business if you are registered in the UK and need to file with Companies House.
Can I claim Employment Allowance for my business?
The Employment Allowance is a means for SMEs to reduce the tax burden of employing staff at critical points in their growth and help avoid cash flow crises, via a reduction in National Insurance Contributions (NICs).
Higher rate taxpayer? How to prepare for the end of the tax year
The end of the financial year is coming. 5 April is crunch time for making businesses and individual estates as tax efficient as possible.
Five Self-Assessment deductions you didn’t know you could claim
With the Self-Assessment deadline passing on 31 January, it’s clear that many sole traders and business owners aren’t using allowable expenses and deductions to their full potential.
Loophole closed: Pickups are now classed as cars (NOT vans)
A dispute between Coca-Cola and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has closed the loophole that previously defined double-cab pickups as vans and now means they will be classed as cars.
Understanding payroll responsibilities for apprentice wages
Managing payroll effectively is crucial, especially when it involves apprenticeship wages. Employers must adhere to government regulations to avoid potential fines, penalties and disputes.
Making Tax Digital – Your questions, answered
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is designed to simplify the tax process for business owners.