Medical

Senior Manager, George Crowe, explains the benefits of being in the NHS Pension Scheme, including defined benefits, tax relief, and death in service support. It also outlines the consequences of opting out, such as reduced pension growth, lost benefits, and tax implications. A useful guide for NHS professionals making decisions about their pension.

Jo Benton talks you through why financial forecasting is essential for pharmacists and locums. Learn what to include, how to build a forecast, and how it can help you plan for the future.

Senior Manager, George Crowe, provides a guide for self-employed medical professionals on what qualifies as a tax-deductible expense. Learn how to stay compliant and maximise your tax efficiency.

Senior Manager in medical accounting team, George Crowe, outlines 10 key factors to consider before joining a general practice partnership, from legal and financial matters to values, trust, and long-term commitment.

Partner in our medical accounting team, Louise Dean, explains the NHS Pensions choice letters (Remediable Service Statements) sent to affected retired members. Outlining what the letters mean, timelines, and the support available to help make informed pension choices.

From Saturday, 6 April 2024, the government removed the Lifetime Allowance (LTA) and introduced new rules for pension lump sums, including the Lump Sum Allowance (LSA). Partner, Andrew Burwood, explains what these changes mean for NHS Pension members

Senior Manager, Louise Prime, outlines the change in how pension contribution rates are calculated for NHS salaried staff during periods of reduced pay, such as maternity or sick leave.

Partner, Lizzy Lloyd, explores the government’s 10-year health plan for England. Covering the increased use of AI, the shift of services to neighbourhoods, and the efforts to reduce health disparities, while addressing the funding challenges involved.

Senior Manager in our Medical team, Louise Prime, outlines recent NHS seniority payment reconciliations by PCSE for 2016/17 to 2019/20, key deadlines, and the steps GP practices need to take.

Senior Manager at Larking Gowen, George Crowe, explains the key differences between partnership profits, taxable profits and drawings – clarifying how each figure is calculated and why they don’t always match.

A practical guide for GP practices on budgeting and cashflow planning, including why forecasting matters, how to estimate drawings, tax, and pension contributions, and how to stay in control of your finances year-round.

Jo Benton outlines key tax considerations for locum pharmacists, including whether to operate as a sole trader or limited company, how income is taxed, what expenses are deductible, and important deadlines.