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Spring Statement 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves today delivered her Spring Statement, outlining the Labour Government’s economic priorities and reaffirming a commitment to fiscal discipline and long-term investment.
Planning your exit? Watch out for the BADR changes
If you are thinking about selling your business, timing could be everything. Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), formerly known as Entrepreneurs’ Relief, helps business owners reduce their Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability when selling qualifying assets. However, with adjustments to
Paying your employees will cost you more after 6 April
From 6 April 2025, changes to employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will take effect, increasing payroll costs for many businesses. If you employ staff, it is advisable to prepare now for how these changes will impact you financially. Here are
Why you need to meet with your accountant before April
As the end of the tax year approaches, it is a good time to review your personal tax position and ensure you are making the most of available allowances. Unlike company tax planning, which can take place throughout the year,
Upcoming Inheritance Tax changes that could affect you
Upcoming changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) will be phased in over the next two years. With property values rising and the IHT nil-rate thresholds remaining frozen until 2030, more estates will face unexpected tax bills if they fail to plan
Time is running out to check for gaps in your State Pension!
If you have had career breaks, worked abroad, or earned below the National Insurance (NI) threshold, you could have gaps in your State Pension. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) extended the deadline for voluntary NI contributions (NIC) to 5 April
Will Trump’s tariffs impact your business?
President Trump’s tariff proposals are creating uncertainty in global markets. While the UK has not been directly targeted yet, British businesses could still feel the impact of U.S. trade policies. Trump’s latest proposal to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries with
Will a minimum wage rise trigger unexpected student loan repayments?
From 1 April 2025, the National Minimum Wage will rise to £12.21 per hour (an increase of 6.7 per cent), meaning rising employment costs for businesses. For graduates, higher earnings can trigger student loan repayments, a factor you should consider
Received a ‘One to Many’ letter recently?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has recently issued One to Many (OTM) letters to private equity businesses and estate agents. These letters can be sent to any business and usually highlight HMRC’s focus on compliance, urging you to review your
How to capitalise on the Government’s AI push
In January, the Government unveiled its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Opportunities Plan, outlining how the UK hopes to shape the AI trajectory by driving economic growth, enhancing public services, and creating new job opportunities while ensuring AI benefits society. While there