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Company size thresholds have risen

Tuesday, 27 May 2025

The UK government has raised the financial thresholds that determine company size, effective for accounting periods starting on or after 6 April 2025. Director, James Nichols, discusses what this could mean for you.

What are the benefits of Making Tax Digital?

Friday, 23 May 2025

An overview of the practical benefits of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, including fewer errors, real-time tax visibility, better organisation, and environmental impact – plus details on penalties and voluntary testing.

Boosting farm productivity: The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund

Thursday, 22 May 2025

Partner, Laurie Hill, explains who's eligible the 2025 Farming Equipment and Technology Fund as well as what items are covered, how to apply, and how to align your investment with your farm’s long-term goals.

Budgeting & cashflow planning for GP practices

Thursday, 22 May 2025

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.

Charities don’t pay tax, do they?

Wednesday, 21 May 2025

To help you understand which taxes do and do not apply to charities, we outline the various tax obligations and exemptions that apply to charities, describing some of the complexities.

Fresh call by MPs to delay changes to inheritance tax

Friday, 16 May 2025

The report published by a committee of cross-party MPs is recommending the Government delay the changes to inheritance tax and engage in consultation and improvements.

Changes affecting online sellers and platform hosts

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Assistant Manager in our Business Tax Advisory team, Sophie Emerson, outlines new UK reporting rules for digital platforms from January 2024. It explains who qualifies as a platform operator, which sellers must be reported, and what information must be shared with HMRC.

Self-Assessment Tax for Locum Pharmacists

Thursday, 8 May 2025

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.

Understanding GP pay transparency disclosures

Wednesday, 7 May 2025

Medical accounting specialist, George Crowe, explains what needs to be disclosed and when, the timeline and process for disclosures, and the consequences of non-compliance.

SORP’s up: catch the charity accounting wave

Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Charities will soon need to follow new accounting rules. We outline the key changes, what you can do to prepare and how you can have your say in the consultation.

Upcoming verification changes for companies

Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Upcoming changes will impact all company directors and persons with significant control, requiring them to go through a mandatory verification process by autumn 2026.

How to check and update your NHS pension record

Tuesday, 29 April 2025

This blog will guide you through the steps to check and update your NHS pension record and explain why it’s important.

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