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New Companies House powers
The recently introduced Economic Crime and Transparency Act has gifted Companies House a range of new powers aimed at reducing
Cyber protection laws introduced
New consumer protections against hacking and cyber-attacks came into force at the end of April 2024. All internet connected smart
Tax Diary June/July 2024
1 June 2024 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2023. 19 June 2024
Hiring customs agents
Customs declarations can be difficult and time consuming to complete. Businesses can make their own custom's declarations; however, this is
Business rates relief in England
Business rates are a tax on non-domestic premises, including most commercial properties such as shops, offices, pubs, warehouses and factories.
Directors who are liable for unpaid tax
HMRC has the power to make directors personally liable for paying the tax debts of companies they have been involved
Self-employed tax basis period reform
The self-employed tax basis period reform has changed the way trading income is allocated to tax years. Under the reforms,
New tips guidance published
New rules that stop employers from withholding tips from people working in the hospitality, leisure and services sectors are a
VAT boost to charitable donations
The government is looking to introduce a new relief that would provide a VAT boost to charitable donations. The new
Post Office Offences Bill to be extended
The Government has tabled amendments to expand the territorial extent of the Post Office Offences Bill. Convictions resulting from the
Free management course for SMEs
The government has launched the new Help to Grow: Management Essentials course; a short online course with practical tips and
Checking your National Insurance records
There is an online service available on HMRC to check your National Insurance Contributions (NIC) record online. The service is