Blogs from Larking Gowen

On 1 July 2026, HMRC updated BIM45690 (Funding the Business) and BIM45700 (Withdrawal of Capital from a Business) in its Business Income Manual. Tax Manager, Jordan Smith, explains what this means for landlords.

If you’re involved in charity fundraising, whether as a trustee or part of a fundraising team, the updated Code of Fundraising Practice 2025 (effective from 1 November 2025) is something you’ll want on your radar. Manager, Lee Robinson, explains what you need to know.

NHS England is consulting on two new contract models that could shape how local healthcare services are organised in the future: the Single Neighbourhood Provider (SNP) and Multi-Neighbourhood Provider (MNP). Manager, Jamie Butcher, explains further.

Dawn Lay-Flurrie, Partner in our business team in Essex, shares practical advice on reducing owner dependency and building a business that can run with more confidence, resilience and freedom.

Owning rental properties could leave your estate with a significant inheritance tax liability. Partner, Chris Maher, explains the main planning options landlords should consider, including gifting property, using a company or trust, and reviewing ownership arrangements.

HM Revenue & Customs (‘HMRC’) has updated its detailed guidance notes for charities to reflect changes in legislation effective from April 2026. But perhaps the most significant change is yet to come. Partner, Andrew Robinson explains further.

How you choose to pay yourself from your company can have a significant impact on your tax position and overall financial planning. Abi Davis explains how remuneration planning can benefit you and your company.

The Government has announced that qualifying electricity supplies will be zero-rated for VAT from 1 October until the end of the financial year. Alyssa Fitchett explain how the change could affect households, charities and residential landlords.

The Government has confirmed plans to introduce mandatory electronic invoicing for VAT invoices from April 2029.

HMRC has started using Structured Risk Reviews as part of its work with charities and not-for-profit organisations. For many charities, this will feel different from a normal tax enquiry: it's broader, and looks closely at how tax risks are managed in practice.

In this guide, Jamie Butcher (Manager in our medical accounting team) outlines practical, HMRC-compliant strategies to help you reduce your tax bill and keep more of your income.

The DEFRA Farming Roadmap 2050 was released on 24 June and sets out a set of policy priorities to transform England’s farming sector into one that is profitable, sustainable and resilient.