Beware tax avoidance scheme promoters – HMRC cracks down with new powers
Recent Government estimates suggest that as much as £1.8 billion is lost every year due to tax avoidance schemes. That money, designated to fund schools, hospitals and other essential services, is in part, leading the Government to borrow more than
Is your remuneration strategy still tax-efficient in 2025/26?
Business owners who pay themselves through a combination of salary and dividends should revisit their remuneration strategy this tax year. With Income Tax thresholds frozen until 2028 and a lower dividend allowance rate of £500, a strategy that once worked
Capital allowances: Full Expensing vs AIA vs Writing-Down Allowances
Capital allowances allow businesses to claim tax relief on money invested in assets like machinery, equipment, or certain vehicles used commercially. There are a variety of capital allowances available, including: Full Expensing Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) Writing-Down Allowances (WDA) The
What is the Worldwide Disclosure Facility and when should you use it?
If you have undeclared income or assets held overseas, you may owe tax in the UK.
Right to work checks – Financial risks and compliance steps for business owners
Right to work checks form an important part of business risk management, particularly now that the Government has increased the financial penalties for non-compliance.
HMRC is closing its free Company Tax Return filing service – what your business needs to do now
From 31 March 2026, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will permanently close its free online service for filing Company Tax Returns and annual accounts.
An overview of filing and payment penalties for businesses
Across the major taxes, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) issues penalties when tax is not filed or paid on time.
Can nearshoring solve the economic confusion?
It is no secret that the ongoing trade wars, tariffs, and tense negotiations have left the world in a perilous place from an economic standpoint.
Time is running out to respond to the open consultation on reforms to APR and BPR
The Autumn Budget announced significant changes to reduce Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) under Inheritance Tax (IHT).
Rising BADR rates bring MBO timing into sharper view
The idea of selling a business to its management team has long been part of succession planning in the UK.
