Blogs from Larking Gowen

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 is now open, offering grants of up to £75,000 to support investment in productivity, animal health and welfare, and slurry management. With applications closing on Monday, 28 April, now is the time to review your options and prepare a strong submission.

Our expert tax team looks at the complexities of Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings when a property is acquired by an NNP (a company, partnership with a corporate member or a collective investment scheme).

Getting the classification of your company vehicle wrong can lead to unexpected tax costs for both employers and employees. Liam Kedge explains how HMRC defines cars and vans for Benefit-in-Kind purposes and highlights the key areas where businesses often get caught out.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts in April 2026 for landlords with rental income above £50,000. Assistant Manager, Melanie Howard explains what the new rules mean, why landlords could be caught out, and the steps you should take now to prepare.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will change how many medical professionals report their income. Manager, Jamie Butcher, explains who needs to comply, what the rules mean for GP locums and partnerships, and the steps you can take now to prepare.

As the 2025/26 tax year-end approaches, employers need to stay on top of key payroll deadlines and reporting requirements. Senior Payroll Manager, Dannielle Chapman, has created a checklist highlighting what you need to do, when you need to do it, and how to prepare for upcoming SSP changes.

Tessa Brown explains how PAYE Settlement Agreements work, when they can be used, and the benefits and limitations employers should be aware of. Also outlining key deadlines and how to stay compliant with HMRC requirements.

The Charity Governance Code was updated recently, with clearer principles, modern priorities, and practical advice for charities of all sizes. Learn what’s changed and what your trustees need to do next.

Lee Green, Partner in our Insolvency and Recovery team, talks you through what happens to employees and suppliers during insolvency. Discussing employee rights, supplier claims, and how to handle these relationships with care.

The Autumn Budget 2025 brought important changes for landlords – some expected, some surprising – all with long-term implications for profitability, compliance and strategy. Director, Emily Willis, talks you through the key updates.

Our employment tax team outlines what employers and employees need to know about claiming employment expense deductions, including when costs can be reimbursed tax‑free by employers, when employees can claim tax relief directly from HMRC, and the latest changes to HMRC guidance, such as recent Budget updates, to help businesses and employees stay compliant.

Worried your business can’t pay its debts? Lee Green, Partner in our Insolvency and Recovery team, talks you through the warning signs, your responsibilities as a director, and what options are available to help you move forward.