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Autumn Budget 2025 – Personal Tax changes

The chancellor Rachel Reeves announced as part of the Autumn Budget measures that the Income Tax

November 27, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025 – Minimum Wage increases

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves announced increases to the Minimum Wage rates on the eve

November 27, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025 – Pension changes

The Chancellor has kept the main pension allowances unchanged but has confirmed a new cap on salary

November 27, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025 – Alcohol and Tobacco Duty

The Chancellor has confirmed a series of duty increases on tobacco, vaping liquid, and alcohol that will

November 27, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025 – Fuel Duty rates

In the Autumn Budget, the Chancellor had been expected to increase fuel duty rates. However, she has

November 27, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025 – High Value Council Tax Surcharge

Starting in 2028-29, the government will introduce a High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) for

November 27, 2025

Budget Summary 26 November 2025

The degree of speculation about this year’s Budget announcements was further compounded when the Office

November 26, 2025

The link between planning and progress

Most business owners know that progress matters, but many still hesitate when it comes to planning. It

November 24, 2025

How a business grows financially by retaining profits

Many business owners focus on sales as the main driver of growth. Sales matter, but they are only part of

November 24, 2025

Christmas crafters and tax

If you earn fees or sell goods as a side hustle, you may need to pay tax on your profits.

HMRC has

November 20, 2025

What is a demerger?

A demerger involves splitting the trading activities of a single company or group into two or more

November 20, 2025

Taxable & tax-free state benefits

While there are many state benefits available, it is not always clear which of these are taxable and

November 20, 2025

National Insurance credits and Child Benefit

Claiming Child Benefit can provide an important benefit by granting National Insurance credits.

If you

November 20, 2025

Claim flat rate expenses for work clothing and tools

If you use your own money to buy items for work, you may be eligible to claim tax relief as long as the

November 20, 2025

MTD – qualifying income

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) will become mandatory in phases from April 2026. If you

November 20, 2025

Early termination of probation can constitute wrongful dismissal

The claimant began employment as a Contracts Coordinator on 23 January 2023, subject to a contractual

November 19, 2025

Increase in the London congestion charge from January 2026

The daily charge for driving within the London Congestion Charge zone will rise from £15 to £18 from 2

November 17, 2025

Preparing for tighter credit conditions in 2026

Many small businesses rely on a mix of overdrafts, card facilities and short term loans to maintain day

November 17, 2025

Enforcement of the minimum wage

The Department for Business & Trade has recently published a report that outlines the government’s

November 13, 2025

HMRC contacting sole traders

HMRC is currently contacting certain sole traders by email to reiterate the importance of adjusting

November 13, 2025

Check when you can expect a reply from HMRC

HMRC offers a helpful online tool that allows agents and taxpayers to check when they can expect a

November 13, 2025

Set up your tax app with HMRC

The free HMRC tax app now provides quick access to tax codes, income history, self-assessment details,

November 13, 2025

Paying tax arrears using HMRC payment plans

If you are unable to pay your tax bill, it’s important to reach out to HMRC as soon as possible.

HMRC

November 13, 2025

Penalty points for late filing of VAT returns

Many businesses are still unaware that the VAT late filing and late payment rules now operate on a

November 13, 2025

Directors liability for company debts

A limited company is a separate legal entity. In normal circumstances, its debts belong to the company,

November 10, 2025

How many businesses are there in the UK?

Current estimates suggest that there are around 5.6 million businesses operating in the UK. This figure

November 10, 2025

Tax Diary December 2025/January 2026

1 December 2025 – Due date for Corporation Tax payable for the year ended 28 February 2025.

19 December

November 7, 2025

Company Voluntary Arrangements

A Company Voluntary Arrangement (also known as a CVA) is a special arrangement that allows a company with

November 6, 2025

P45s, P11Ds and P60s – what are they?

Most employees will come across forms such as the P45, P11D and P60 during their working life, and

November 6, 2025

Updating your tax code

It is quite common for tax codes to be wrong, particularly if your income or employment situation has

November 6, 2025

Tell HMRC about unpaid tax on cryptoassets

Where cryptoasset tokens (also known as cryptocurrency) are held personally, this investment is usually

November 6, 2025

Pay for imports declared via the CDS

If your business imports goods into the UK, it is important to be familiar with the Customs Declaration

November 6, 2025

Tax and trivial benefits

There is a trivial benefit-in-kind (BiK) exemption that applies to small, non-cash gifts (such as a

November 6, 2025

Tread carefully when using temporary contracts to confer tax breaks

A recent ruling has established that temporary worker arrangements do not constitute a single, continuous

November 5, 2025

Reviewing insurance cover

Many businesses arrange insurance in the early days and then only look at it again when something

November 3, 2025

Understanding the responsibilities of company directors

Taking on the role of a company director is more than holding a title. Directors have legal duties that

November 3, 2025

Why ID verification is supposedly good for business

Last week, we covered the new requirement for directors and persons with significant control (PSCs) to

October 30, 2025

Business Asset Disposal Relief – the present rates

If you are thinking about selling a business or shares, it is important to understand how Business Asset

October 30, 2025

Taxable benefits for use of company car

The tax you pay on the use of a company car depends largely on its CO2 emissions, so choosing a lower

October 30, 2025

Advantages of VAT Flat Rate Scheme

If your business has relatively low VATable expenses, the VAT Flat Rate Scheme can simplify your VAT

October 30, 2025

When you don’t need to make payments on account

If you file a Self-Assessment return you may need to pay your tax in three instalments, so it is useful

October 30, 2025

Paying Class 4 NICs

If you are self-employed and your profits are above £12,570, you may need to pay Class 4 National

October 30, 2025

Beware of the risks of engaging employees as sham contractors

Recently, a clear legal precedent confirmed that the nature of an individual’s work is determined by the

October 30, 2025

Facing change with confidence

Change is part of every business journey. Whether it is prompted by new technology, regulation or shifts

October 27, 2025

Valuing and pricing goods and services

For any business, knowing how to value and price what it sells is fundamental to success. Yet many small

October 27, 2025

Claiming for working at home

Employees who are working at home may be entitled to claim tax relief on certain work-related expenses.

October 23, 2025

Have you verified your ID at Companies House?

From 18 November 2025, all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will be legally

October 23, 2025

Report and pay Capital Gains Tax

If you sell assets such as shares or land, you may need to report your Capital Gains Tax either through

October 23, 2025

Reliefs and allowances for Corporation Tax purposes

Companies can reduce their Corporation Tax bill through a range of reliefs, including R&D credits,

October 23, 2025

Reporting foreign income to HMRC

If you are UK resident and receive income from abroad, such as overseas wages, rent, or investments, you

October 23, 2025