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Are banks supportive of SMEs and willing to assist their growth?
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) have struggled to access finance from banks for a while, with many having to turn to alternative lenders and sources to secure much-needed funding for investment. However, the scale of this issue has not previously
Car vs Van – Tax treatment of electric vehicles
There have been several important tax decisions previously regarding the difference between vans and cars, but how do the different rules regarding electric vans affect their tax treatment? Let’s use a hypothetical: A Ltd has acquired a new electric company
Roadside charging – How to account for credit card payments
With a growing number of company car owners using electric vehicles, many are deciding or being permitted to use company credit cards to pay for roadside charging. However, what are the implications of this for the employee and business alike?
Late interest penalties hit 1.4 million taxpayers – and it could get worse
The 2020/21 tax year saw 1.4 million people charged interest on overdue tax payments – a 15 per cent increase on pre-pandemic figures. The data was released after a Freedom of Information request by investment platform, AJ Bell, but this
Trivial benefits in kind and the advantages they give to employers
It is important for employees to feel valued in the workplace. A lot of the time, it is the little things that employers can provide to their staff that have the most substantial impact. One such ‘little thing’ is the
Changes to free childcare, but higher earners will still miss out
In the Spring 2023 Budget, the Government laid out plans to shake up the current free childcare system – but many higher earners will be disappointed to find that the changes keep them excluded from the scheme. The existing childcare
Constantly asked for pay rises? Here is what you need to know about pay in the UK
As an employer, you will likely face the delicate situation of employees asking for pay rises. With the cost-of-living crisis and rise in inflation, these requests will have become more frequent as people look to keep up with spiralling living
The ins and outs of pre-notification of R&D claims
The UK Government has long encouraged businesses to invest in Research & Development (R&D) projects, believing it to be at the forefront of economic growth. R&D tax reliefs are, therefore, lucrative and aimed at both Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
P11D – Are you ready to report and pay tax on Benefits in Kind?
Benefits in Kind (BIK) cover a number of different perks or additional payments made by employers to their employees. They can include any of the following: Private Healthcare Loans Company cars Gym memberships And much more. The above are all
Changes to the repayment of Student Loans begin in August
The way in which Student Loans are repaid is changing and employers need to be prepared. Currently, graduates and students who have taken out student loans are required to repay their loan when they earn an annual salary of £27,295