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MTD is getting closer, but awareness still is not translating into action
As Making Tax Digital for Income Tax edges ever closer for many sole traders and landlords.
Making Tax Digital
You may have heard or read of the forthcoming changes to how individuals need to report self-employed & property rental income and expenses to HMRC. Those with gross income exceeding £50,000 (or a combination of each type of income) must…
Is your payroll prepared for the rise in State Pension age?
From 6 April 2026, the State Pension age (SPA) will start increasing from 66 to 67 years old.
Changes to stocks and shares ISAs could result in tax on interest
Historically, ISAs have been considered a tax-free investment opportunity, but the latest notes on upcoming changes to this scheme may mean that interest on cash held in a stocks and shares ISA may result in new tax liabilities.
Businesses strike back at proposed tourist tax: What could this mean for you?
More than 200 leaders from the UK’s hospitality and leisure sector have written to the Chancellor urging the Government to reconsider the proposed visitor levies.
Vaping Products Duty: The new regime
From October 2026, businesses involved in producing, importing, storing or selling vaping products will face a significant regulatory reform with the introduction of Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme.
Salary sacrifice pension rules are changing: Who pays the price?
Salary sacrifice has long been one of the most tax-efficient ways to save into a workplace pension.
Battling the costs – Reviewing your pricing strategy
Energy bills, staffing, borrowing costs, taxes and supplier expenses are just a few of the reasons behind the added financial pressure business owners are currently facing. As we get closer to the new tax year, it is the ideal time…
Exit tax regimes – Could these be coming to the UK?
Recent media coverage has publicised the possibility of a new tax on people who leave the UK, calling it an “exit tax”. This type of regime already exists in several countries, including France, Spain, Canada and Australia, and is now…
Companies House profit and loss filing change paused for small businesses
Small businesses have been given a reprieve, after Companies House confirmed that its plans to require the filing of profit and loss accounts from April 2027 are on hold. A new update to official guidance confirms that the change will…
Late tax payments cost taxpayers hundreds of millions in fines
As the deadline for Self Assessment passes, new data from HMRC shows that taxpayers paid a staggering £325 million in fines and interest last year after failing to meet the 31 January deadline. Recent analysis of HMRC’s publicly available statistics…
Companies House fees have increased from 1 February
Companies House fees have increased from 1 February 2026, affecting both the cost of incorporation of new limited companies and many ongoing reporting requirements. Many of the fees have increased substantially and it is important that you factor in these…
Business rates are changing: How will this affect your business and property?
The Autumn Budget 2025 has brought more changes to business rates and many businesses and property owners could be at risk of higher bills. Businesses must know if they are affected and seek the right support so they can prepare…
How can employers prepare for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes in April 2026?
From April 2026, the Employment Rights Act will come into effect, bringing reforms to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) that will affect every employer. It will change how SSP is calculated and create new responsibilities for employers. What are the changes…