High-income earners need to re-register for child benefit
Child benefit supports parents or guardians of children under 16, or under 20 if in approved education, by contributing towards the costs of raising them. Since January 2013, the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) affects those earning above a
The rise of the higher rate taxpayer
The Government continues to freeze both the personal allowance and the higher-rate income tax thresholds – leading to an increase in the number of higher-rate taxpayers this year. The result of ‘fiscal drag’ – a phenomenon where tax thresholds fail
Gratuities and tips – What the delay to the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 means for you
The Department of Business & Trade (DBT) has released the finalised draft of the Code of Practice on Fair & Transparent Distribution of Tips – the next step towards bringing the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (the Act) into
Preparing for the second payment on account – and what happens when you can’t pay?
If you are a Self-Assessment taxpayer, it is almost time to make your second ‘payment on account’ – advance payments towards your tax bill. Those who submit a Self-Assessment tax return and owe £1,000 or more will be required to
Due a tax rebate? Keep an eye on your account
In a new initiative designed to reduce paper use and unnecessary confusion, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has announced a significant change to the way that taxpayers are notified of a repayment.
New tax year – New tax rules
With the start of the new tax year, taxpayers can expect significant changes that will directly impact their finances in the next tax year (2024/25). If you haven’t already, it’s time to closely examine your financial planning, including savings, investments,
Redundancy regulations are changing – What it means for your payroll and policies
From 6 April 2024, UK redundancy rules will change, particularly surrounding pregnant employees and those on family-related leave. The new legislation extends the ‘protected period’ for redundancy to 18 months after the birth or adoption placement, requiring employers to prioritise
HMRC income tax receipts rise by £2 billion
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently reported a £2 billion increase in income tax receipts, reflecting a strong self-assessment period and an evolving dynamic within the tax landscape. The Government’s recent changes, including adjustments to National Insurance Contributions (NICs), have
A third of UK business owners do not know their company’s value – do you?
New research by Marktlink suggests that around 33 per cent of UK business owners are unaware of the value of their company – only slightly lower than the European average figure of 40 per cent. While you are not alone
Are barriers to investment harming your productivity?
A survey by the Bank of England (BoE) and the Department of Business and Trade has identified a potentially significant challenge facing SMEs on their journey towards growth. The survey’s findings indicate that investment is crucial to sustaining growth for
