On 8 April 2025, Companies House introduced identity verification for those who make filings on behalf of a business. It is currently a voluntary process, but will become mandatory for new businesses by the end of the year and mandatory for everyone within 12 months of their most recent filings. Who needs to verify their […]

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded the UK’s 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.2 per cent, citing a strong first-quarter performance and signs of a recovering economy. The official figures indicate that increases in customer spending and business investment have contributed to this economic growth. These early signs of recovery present an opportunity to […]

Public borrowing hit £20.5 billion in April, the highest level for that month since 1993 and nearly £3 billion above forecast. Economists warn the Chancellor may have little choice but to plug the gap with tax rises, spending cuts or changes to fiscal rules if elevated levels of borrowing persist. While nothing is confirmed, several […]

Receiving a Kittel VAT notice is something that many businesses dread. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can demand the repayment of tax already reclaimed, and this can sometimes amount to a significant amount of money. The notice comes when a trader “knew or should have known” their transaction was linked to fraudulent evasion of VAT. […]

The delay to payrolling Benefits in Kind (BIK) to 2027 may seem like a cause of relief for many businesses who are concerned about the extra responsibility the changes will bring, but employers should still prepare for this landmark change. Rather than filing an annual P11D form, the changes to payrolling BIK will force businesses […]

Capital allowances allow businesses to claim tax relief on money invested in assets like machinery, equipment, or certain vehicles used commercially. There are a variety of capital allowances available, including: Full Expensing Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) Writing-Down Allowances (WDA) The allowance that your business is eligible for depends on what you buy, how much you […]

Business owners who pay themselves through a combination of salary and dividends should revisit their remuneration strategy this tax year. With Income Tax thresholds frozen until 2028 and a lower dividend allowance rate of £500, a strategy that once worked may now cost more than it saves. How should you be paid as a director? […]

Recent Government estimates suggest that as much as £1.8 billion is lost every year due to tax avoidance schemes. That money, designated to fund schools, hospitals and other essential services, is in part, leading the Government to borrow more than expected. As a result, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is being given additional powers to […]

With the abolishment of the specific tax considerations for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) from the beginning of the current tax year, owners need to prepare for higher tax bills. Given that couples and joint owners of FHL benefited from specific considerations, they may find themselves uniquely impacted by the changes. To avoid being hit with […]