22-Sep-2017
Peace of mind – Tax & VAT Enquiry Fee Protection Service
At Barter Durgan we understand that tax is a little word with big implications. That is why we work hard to give you the best possible advice and strategies to make tax altogether less taxing. A tax investigation could cost you money even if you’ve done nothing wrong. HMRC are using sophisticated software to target individuals. […]
13-Jul-2017
Ministers confirm a new timetable for Making Tax Digital
Three million of the smallest businesses and landlords will be able to move to the new digital system for keeping tax records at a pace that is right for them, Ministers announced today as they set out the next steps for the Finance Bill. The government has listened to concerns raised by parliamentarians, in particular […]
03-May-2017
Launch of new Childcare Choices website means parents now able to find available government support
Millions of parents can now pre-register for the government’s new childcare offers, with the launch of a new Childcare Choices government website. The introduction of the government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme will begin on 28 April, for parents of the youngest children. It will be gradually rolled out over 2017 – cutting childcare costs for working […]
26-Jan-2017
HMRC releases most optimistic Self Assessment expense claims
Glamorous holidays abroad, luxury watches and Friday nights out feature in HMRC’s latest list of the most outlandish expenses which customers tried to claim back on their 2014-15 Self Assessment returns. With a week to go until the 31 January deadline, HMRC is releasing the strangest expenses to ensure other customers don’t make similar claims: […]
17-Jan-2017
“My tax return was on my yacht…which caught fire” is no excuse, says HMRC
Each year HMRC receives a number of unusual excuses from Self Assessment customers who didn’t complete their tax return on time. These include: “My tax return was on my yacht…which caught fire” “A wasp in my car caused me to have an accident and my tax return, which was inside, was destroyed” “My wife helps […]
15-Dec-2016
Christmas opening hours
Our office will close on December 23rd 2016 and will re-open on January 3rd 2017. We wish all our clients a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
12-May-2016
Come and work with us – we’re hiring!
A full time vacancy in our practice has occurred for a trainee accountant. No experience is necessary but an enthusiasm for learning and an interest in finance is essential. We are a general practice, and as such, the role will allow the successful applicant to gain experience in all areas of accountancy, taxation, audit and […]
27-Jan-2016
‘I had an argument with my wife and went to Italy for five years’: top 10 worst tax return excuses revealed
From broken kitchen appliances, hungry pets and arguments that last five years – some people will stop at nothing to pass the blame for their tardy timekeeping. 1. My tax papers were left in the shed and the rat ate them 2. I’m not a paperwork-orientated person – I always relied on my sister to complete my […]
25-Jan-2016
REVEALED Top five worst tax return expense claims
With just a week to go until the Self Assessment deadline, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed the top five most outrageous personal expenses claims included in 2013-14 Self Assessment tax returns. The spurious expenses range from furnishing a new flat to the meagre cost of storing Mars Bars overnight in a fridge. Here’s […]
07-Sep-2015
Come and work with us – we’re hiring!
We’re looking for: A part time personal tax assistant A part time vacancy has arisen in our personal tax department to work alongside our existing tax staff. A knowledge of all aspects of personal taxation, mainly to include the preparation of self assessment tax returns is preferred. Trainee junior accountant A full time vacancy in […]
