Government Backing your Business programme

The government continues to place growing emphasis on supporting smaller businesses through its “Backing Your Business” programme, which is designed to encourage growth, investment and

A reminder to consider the Marriage Allowance

Many married couples and civil partners could be missing out on valuable tax savings available by claiming the Marriage Allowance. If your circumstances are suitable, this is a reminder to consider

Pension tax relief and allowances

Pensions remain one of the most tax-efficient ways to save for retirement, due to a range of tax reliefs and allowances that can help boost retirement savings.

One of the key advantages of private

Are you affected by the High Income Child Benefit Charge?

Families claiming Child Benefit should be aware of the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC), which can apply when one member of the household has a higher income.

The charge applies where an

Allowable expenses for the self-employed

If you are self-employed, claiming all of your allowable business expenses can significantly reduce your tax bill. For example, if your business turnover is £40,000 and you have £10,000 of allowable

A reminder of the tax rules for online sellers

A reminder that the tax rules for how online platforms report seller information to HMRC changed on 1 January 2024. Digital platforms such as eBay, Vinted and Airbnb are required to collect and verify

Tax on rental income

If you receive income from renting out property, it is important to understand your tax obligations and the reliefs that may be available. Rental income is generally taxable, although landlords can

Where a formal job offer effectively creates a binding contract

In the world of HR, the ubiquitous disclaimer "subject to references" is often viewed by employers as an escape clause, one which allows them to withdraw an offer at any time before

Companies House publishes its business plan

Companies House has published its business plan for 2026-27, setting out its priorities for the coming year as it continues to implement major reforms aimed at improving the quality of information

Government reviews access to face-to-face banking services

The government has announced a review into access to face-to-face banking services as concerns continue to grow over the impact of bank branch closures on local communities, older customers and small