Hot Topics

What's new in the world of tax and business? This section contains articles on some hot topics.

25 May 2023

Staying safe from impersonation scams

A look at the threat posed by scams and steps to protect against them.

26 Apr 2023

The changing labour market

A look at what employers can do to help attract and retain talent amid the ongoing people and skills shortages crisis.

28 Mar 2023

Using the Bank of Mum and Dad to pass down wealth

A look at how long-term objectives for family finances can be met.

17 Mar 2023

Spring Budget Business Newsletter - March 2023

Please see our March Spring Budget newsletter!

02 Mar 2023

How does careless differ from deliberate?

A review of some of the terms used and take a look at the self assessment process.

27 Jan 2023

Business Newsletter - January 2023

Please see our January newsletter for businesses!

24 Jan 2023

What does 2023 have in store?

Here we outline the key measures that will take effect from April 2023.

21 Dec 2022

What's next for Making Tax Digital?

We take a look at what we know about MTD so far.

07 Dec 2022

Business Newsletter - December 2022

Please see our December newsletter for businesses!

23 Nov 2022

Dust settles on Autumn Statement

A look at what it means for businesses and families across the UK.

18 Nov 2022

A simple guide to the Autumn Statement 2022

The Chancellor highlighted that “In the face of unprecedented global headwinds, families, pensioners, businesses, teachers, nurses and many others are worried about the future.” He highlighted he aims to tackle the cost-of-living crisis and rebuild our economy with his headline priorities of stability, growth, and public services.

18 Nov 2022

Corporation Tax increases from April 2023

From April 2023, the planned increase in the corporation tax rate to 25% for companies with over £250,000 in profits will go ahead. Small companies with profits up to £50,000 will continue to pay corporation tax at 19%.

25 Oct 2022

Self assessment countdown begins

Preparing for self assessment as the countdown begins.

18 Oct 2022

Mini Budget U-turn

This is the latest on the Mini Budget U-turn.

30 Sep 2022

Capping energy prices for households and businesses

A review of the energy support schemes.

27 Sep 2022

Mini Budget - September 2022

Kwasi Kwarteng, has announced a string of tax cuts “to deliver the growth of the economy“. We were surprised to see just how much of an impact this "mini-budget" will have on payroll. So what has been announced?

23 Aug 2022

Fighting pensions scams and financial fraud

Highlighting the steps necessary for protection against fraud and scams.

26 Jul 2022

Easing the UK's labour shortages

A review of the help available for employers.

02 Jun 2023

Business confidence in economy 'stabilised' in May

Confidence in the UK economy amongst businesses 'stabilised' to just below neutral in May, according to a survey carried out by the Institute of Directors (IoD).

01 Jun 2023

SMEs planning 'significant investment' in technology this year, research suggests

Research carried out by consumer electronics company Sharp has suggested that nearly half of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are planning on increasing their investment in business technology this year.

31 May 2023

Economic Advisory Council launched by BCC to 'power up growth'

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has launched a new Economic Advisory Council to 'help develop policies to get the UK economy and businesses growing'.