Business News

New tax year – New tax rules

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With the start of the new tax year, taxpayers can expect significant changes that will directly impact their finances in the next tax year (2024/25). If you haven’t already, it’s time to closely examine your financial planning, including savings, investments, and tax compliance. So, what changes should you be aware of from 6 April 2024? […]

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Redundancy regulations are changing – What it means for your payroll and policies

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From 6 April 2024, UK redundancy rules will change, particularly surrounding pregnant employees and those on family-related leave. The new legislation extends the ‘protected period’ for redundancy to 18 months after the birth or adoption placement, requiring employers to prioritise these employees for suitable alternative employment in case of redundancies. The financial impact on your […]

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HMRC income tax receipts rise by £2 billion

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HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently reported a £2 billion increase in income tax receipts, reflecting a strong self-assessment period and an evolving dynamic within the tax landscape. The Government’s recent changes, including adjustments to National Insurance Contributions (NICs), have both mitigated and exacerbated the overall NIC burden. This is because they encompass rate reductions […]

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Are barriers to investment harming your productivity?

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A survey by the Bank of England (BoE) and the Department of Business and Trade has identified a potentially significant challenge facing SMEs on their journey towards growth. The survey’s findings indicate that investment is crucial to sustaining growth for SMEs, but that many businesses faced barriers to accessing finance to make sufficient investment in […]

Client Newsletter

Payroll changes are coming – are you ready?

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Beginning on 6 April 2024, the 2024/25 tax year is set to bring about a number of changes to the way employees are paid in the UK. If you are an employer, you should be prepared to meet new requirements and ensure that your payroll is up to date to avoid breaching new regulations. Changing […]

Specialist Tax News

Happy new tax year

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In this April issue we highlight some of the key tax changes that take effect from the start of the new tax year. Unfortunately, most of the income tax and national insurance thresholds continue to be frozen, resulting in an increasing number of higher rate taxpayers. The major exception is the welcome increase in the […]