Unauthorised issue of a VAT invoice
Issuing a VAT invoice without registration or authorisation can lead to HMRC penalties, even if...
Beware scams pretending to be HMRC
Fraudsters are continuing to target taxpayers with scam emails as the deadline for submission of...
War Widows Recognition Payments Scheme
Bereaved spouses who lost service pensions before 2015 have until 15 October 2025 to claim...
Dividend taxes will they increase?
Speculation is growing that rates or allowances applied to dividend income may change in the...
Tax relief for employer contributions to a pension scheme
Employers can generally claim tax relief on contributions made to a registered pension scheme by...
Who needs to register for anti-money laundering supervision
If your business operates in a sector covered by the Money Laundering Regulations, you must...
Don’t rush to judgement over pending tribunal claims
Mr. Aslam, a former Metroline employee, applied to another bus company on 13 April 2019...
Why you should maintain a tax reserve
Every business has a duty to pay tax, whether that is Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE...
Understanding working capital and why it matters
Working capital is a simple but powerful measure of a business’s financial health. It is...
Budget date announced
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has confirmed, in a video message, that the...
16 years old – the minimum age for a company director
Thinking of starting a company at 16? Know the rules, risks and responsibilities before you...
What is the settlement legislation?
Thinking of gifting income to a spouse or partner? HMRC’s settlements rules may still tax...
How do HMRC define “wholly and exclusively” for tax purposes
Not sure if a business cost is deductible? HMRC’s ‘wholly and exclusively’ rule is the...
Using your own car for work purposes
Using your own car or bike for work travel? You may be able to claim...
When you cannot charge VAT
Not all goods and services carry a 20% VAT, knowing the right rate can save...
