Blogs from Larking Gowen

Why should not for profit organisations think closely about internal audit, and how can Larking Gowen help? Our internal audit manager, Marc Cawthorne, explains.

If you’re thinking of building a garden office, you may be wondering if you can get tax relief. The simple answer is yes, but it isn’t as tax effective as you may think. What can you claim and what are the tax implications?

A simple guide to taking early retirement from the NHS Pension Scheme and how actuarial reductions work. Manager, Jamie Butcher, outlines eligibility, reductions and key rules to help you plan ahead.

Succession planning helps you prepare your business for the future, protect its value, and stay in control of what happens next. Starting early gives you more flexibility and better outcomes, making it an important part of any long-term business strategy.

From April 2026, employers must keep detailed holiday pay records for six years. Senior Payroll Manager, Dannielle Chapman, explains what’s required and how to prepare your processes now.

A practical guide from Assistant Manager, Jo Benton, for community pharmacy owners on using key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial performance, optimise revenue streams, and stay in control amid ongoing NHS funding uncertainty.

Manager in our medical accounting team, Jamie Butcher, discusses the options you can take if you're considering retiring from the NHS. It's important you understand all of your options before making the decision.

Choosing the best accounting software depends on your business needs, but cloud-based solutions are usually the right fit for small businesses. With MTD in place, now is the time to go digital. With the right support, it’s easier than you might think.

If you accessed your pension before April 2024 without taking the full tax-free lump sum, a Transitional Tax-Free Amount Certificate (TTFAC) could allow you to access more tax-free cash. Director, Jan McLean, explains how the new rules work and what to consider before making further pension decisions.

When transitioning from P11D reporting to payrolling benefits in kind, there’s often an overlap that leads to double taxation. Senior Payroll Manager, Dannielle Chapman, explains why this occurs, what steps employers need to take, and how to manage the changes.

An overview of the key changes introduced under SFI26, including eligibility, application windows and funding limits. Manager, Andrew Whiting, highlights what farmers need to know to prepare and apply successfully.

VAT Director, Gillian McGill, explains what adjustments you may need to make, this impacts VAT registrations that generate exempt income and that undertake non-business activities.