An AI tax in the UK: Revenue raiser or competition risk?
A new headline finding from YouGov this month has found that 47 per cent of Britons would support a tax on work done by AI – with only 20 per cent opposed to such a tax.
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Up to two fifths of employers may withdraw salary sacrifice pensions
Employers are facing growing uncertainty over the future of salary sacrifice pension schemes following the Government’s decision to introduce a £2,000 annual cap on National Insurance (NI) relief for pension contributions made through salary sacrifice. Although the cap will not…
Employers are paying the price: National Insurance Contributions rise to £28 billion
Employers’ predictions seem to be coming true as National Insurance Contributions (NICs) have skyrocketed to £28 billion, exceeding the Government’s original forecast of £23.9 billion. On 6 April 2025, the employer NIC rate increased from 13.8 per cent to 15…
UK’s growing insolvency – Building greater resilience in your business
Rising costs seem to be coming at UK businesses from all directions, resulting in many difficult financial decisions needing to be made. New research by the Liquidation Centre found that some employers are opting for job cuts to manage these…
What you need to know about your first quarterly MTD report on 7 August 2026
For sole traders, self-employed individuals and landlords with gross incomes exceeding £50,000 from self-employment or property, you are now mandated to abide by Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax regulations. Applied from 6 April 2026, these new responsibilities require…
Secured the raise – Keeping an eye on your eligibility for the High-Income Child Benefit Charge
If you have been one of the lucky ones to secure a pay rise this year, be mindful that the High‑Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) does not crash the party. How does HICBC work? The HICBC can kick in if…
Struggling with cash flow – Exploring the growing use of asset and invoice financing
There was a time when SMEs relied on their main bank for all of their finance options. Recent economic pressures are leading to more cash flow challenges for SMEs and the old approach may no longer be sufficient. Greater financial…
P11D Deadline 2026: What employers need to do now
If you provided any taxable benefits to employees or directors during the 2025/26 tax year, such as company cars, private medical insurance, beneficial loans, gym memberships, or living accommodation, the P11D deadline should be in your sights.
Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED): Do you know if you need to file?
The Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) is one of those compliance obligations that can catch property owners off guard.
Quarterly Newsletter
The Bronsens Quarterly Newsletter is here, packed with essential insights for business owners, investors, and individuals looking to stay on top of financial and tax planning. Inside this issue: Time for an estate planning review? Making a business out of…
Grant funding: An untapped source of growth
For many business owners, the conversation about growth funding often begins and ends with debt and equity, but many miss the benefits of grants.
Too good to be true? HMRC issues warning on risky landlord tax schemes
HMRC has issued a firm warning to landlords to steer clear of hybrid business model schemes.
Are you exempt from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax? HMRC clears up the confusion
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is in full swing, but there is still confusion in the air over who is exempt from these requirements.
Health screenings – A tax-efficient employee benefit
Many employers are on the lookout for new means to attract talent to their business in an increasingly competitive labour market, but many aren’t aware of annual health screenings and their tax-efficient benefits.
91 per cent of SMEs are unaware of HMRC’s new e-invoicing requirements
From 1 April 2029, all VAT-registered businesses will need to change the way that invoices are handled.