Insights

Nina looks into the recent government announcement about the self-assessment tax returns submission date and the one-month, no penalty reprieve.

The Government has announced grants to help businesses hit by the rise in COVID cases, as well as re-introducing the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme. Martin Sanders discusses what this may mean for leisure, hospitality and tourism businesses and whether the government support goes far enough

Peter discusses the pros and cons of a cash free economy.

Lee Green looks at HMRC’s recent guidance update about possible joint and several liability notices being issued to directors of insolvent companies that have a tax liability with HMRC. 

Jamie looks at salary sacrifice schemes for cars and the impact on pension benefits and growth.

Jamie explores the options for tax relief on cars for medical professionals, whether they are partners or salaried.

William reviews the changes that Making Tax Digital will make to the self-employed and landlords who currently complete an income tax self-assessment return.

A ‘preference’ occurs when a company facing insolvency puts a specific creditor, or group of creditors, into a better position than the other creditors. A director could face personal liability if a preference has been made, which could result in the director being disqualified.

Lee Green looks at the implications of Director Loan Accounts (DLAs) when a company goes into liquidation and emphasises that not all directors are aware of their personal liability if the account is overdrawn. 

HMRC recently announced that the ‘Income Tax: basis period reform’ has been delayed until at least April 2024. This may give businesses a little more breathing space, however, if and when the reform is enacted, there are a number of matters to consider, not least the impact on cashflow.

Peter Glading highlights some of the changes announced in the Autumn Budget 2021.

Giles Kerkham explains how the measures announced in the Autumn Budget 2021 will impact charities and not-for-profit organisations.

James reviews the changes to the Recovery Loan Scheme announced in the Autumn Budget 2021.

The ‘Farming Investment Fund’ is due to be launched officially this autumn. Ashley discusses how the fund works and summarises the key points of interest to farmers and landowners.

James Lay shares his latest tips for selling a business with a focus on sales and marketing.  Whether you’re looking to sell your business or not, the chances are that as a business owner, you want to make more sales and make greater profits. James sets out five areas to focus on to get your business “sale ready” and differentiate yourself from the competitors.

The much-anticipated Budget Statement was released on Tuesday 27 October. Richard drills down to highlight some of the key points.

Laurie Hill discusses The Future Farming Resilience Fund launched earlier in 2021 to support the transition within agriculture. 

James Lay's latest tips for selling a business include people as a key resource and the importance of looking after your teams, who in turn will look after your customers, who in turn will look after your business.

Lizzy Lloyd discusses the new NHS General Practice Pay Transparency guidance and its implications for declaring earnings for GPs and non-GP providers.

Peter looks at retirement planning, pension schemes, bucket lists and more!

Melanie Garrett discusses the upcoming changes to Associate Dentists' employment status issued by HMRC, and the implications this may have on future taxation.

James reviews the latest government guidance about the new health and social care tax and discusses the effects on employers and employees.

The Government has announced changes to winding-up petitions, with effect from 1 October 2021 – withdrawing some of the protections currently afforded to businesses. Lee discusses how this impacts businesses facing the threat of insolvency.

James Lay shares his latest tips for selling a business.

John discusses the new Health and Social Care Tax and its impact on employees and employers.

Lizzy Lloyd looks at HMRC’s proposals, in preparation for Making Tax Digital, to change the way that partnerships and individuals are taxed under self-assessment and discusses the potential effects of the changes.

HMRC opened 102,000 investigations into taxpayers in the first quarter of 2021 – up 36% from 75,000 in the previous quarter. Sally discusses the implications of this and how business owners can protect themselves against an HMRC investigation.

As we approach the second anniversary of the SRA Rules, is it time to consider your systems and whether they embrace the new rules?

As the new school year approaches, Cindy Chaplin explains the most effective ways to pay for school fees and avoid any unnecessary Inheritance Tax charges.

Will Gibbs looks at the latest UK mergers and acquisitions data and discusses business demand and expectations after COVID restrictions ease.