09-May-2024
New digital service to check your State Pension forecast launched
A new digital service has been launched that makes it easier to check if you have any gaps in your National Insurance (NI) record that may affect your State Pension entitlement. The service is called Check Your State Pension forecast and can be accessed via GOV.UK or the HMRC app. You will need to register […]
30-Apr-2024
Don’t get caught out by tax avoidance
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is running a campaign to help people avoid being caught out by tax avoidance schemes. This is particularly relevant to those who are contractors, agency workers, or are working through an umbrella company. Tax avoidance schemes are schemes designed to bend the rules of the tax system in a way […]
26-Apr-2024
New service to manage import duties and VAT accounts
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published guidance on a new online service to help businesses with their import duties and VAT accounts. If you or your business are involved in importing goods into England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, you can use the new service to: • Get your import VAT statements and certificates; • Manage […]
22-Apr-2024
Have you checked your tax code?
Prior to the tax year starting each April 6th, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) issues new tax codes to employees, usually where there is a change of tax code. These tax codes, a series of letter and numbers, allow employers to deduct the right amount of tax to be deducted from each employee when the […]
15-Apr-2024
Employers – are you ready for the new tax year?
The new tax year began on April 6th and for employers running monthly payrolls, the March pay run was be the last of the 2023/24 tax year. Some things you will need to make sure you do and when you need to do them are listed below: • Send your final payroll report of the year […]
28-Mar-2024
Are you eligible for a £252 saving on your tax bill?
With the tax year ending on April 5th, now is a very good time to check whether sharing unused tax allowances with your partner could save you some money. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) say that March is the most popular month for Marriage Allowance applications. Almost 70,000 couples applied in March last year. As […]
18-Mar-2024
Guidance for small businesses using online services
The National Cyber Security Centre has issued some new guidance on “Using online services safely.” To avoid having to set up and manage their own IT infrastructure, many small businesses use online or cloud services. For instance, these might include email, online storage, online accounting and managing of invoicing, website hosting, and social media. The […]
11-Mar-2024
Understanding the pros and cons of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme for businesses
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a significant consideration for businesses. It impacts your cash flow, the amount of admin work needed, and even your overall profitability. One option available to businesses – with a VAT exclusive turnover of £150,000 or less – is the VAT Flat Rate Scheme (FRS), which offers a simplified approach to […]
04-Mar-2024
Unlocking efficiency and growth: The benefits of cloud accounting
In business, staying ahead of, or at least up with, the curve is crucial for success. Over recent years, one of the revolutionary tools that has transformed the way businesses manage their finances is cloud accounting. Cloud accounting offers many benefits over traditional, on-premise accounting systems. Let’s discuss some of them. What are the benefits […]
20-Feb-2024
How to recognise tax scam phone calls, emails and text messages
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has recently published updated its guidance on how to identify tax scams made by phone, email, or text. It advises that if you receive a phone call, email, or text message that purports to be from HMRC, it is likely to be fake if it: rushes you; is threatening; is […]
