When running a small business, it’s often possible to work from home. After all, many of the juggernauts of the business world began their efforts around a kitchen table. However, companies that are growing require more space. A dedicated area for business, whether that’s an office, store front or storage, can quickly become a necessity.… Read more…

New company car advisory fuel rates have been published and took effect from 1 March 2024. The guidance states: ‘you can use the previous rates for up to one month from the date the new rates apply’. The rates only apply to employees using a company car. The advisory fuel rates for journeys undertaken on or… Read more…

HMRC has published the latest issue of the Employer Bulletin. The February issue has information on various topics, including: Please contact us for help with tax matters. Internet link: Employer Bulletin

The government has named and shamed over 500 UK employers for underpaying their employees. 524 businesses were named for failing to pay the minimum wage to pay 172,000 workers, with offending employers ordered to pay nearly £16 million plus an additional financial penalty. The National Living Wage (NLW) is set to rise to £11.44 an… Read more…

The amount needed for a single person to have a moderate retirement has risen to £31,300, according to the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA). The rising cost of living and an increased importance on socialising following the pandemic had pushed up the income required by £8,000, the PLSA said. The PLSA uses evidence from… Read more…

Just a week after HMRC released new guidance that classed double-cab pickups as cars rather than vans, the government reversed the decision. On 19 February, HMRC confirmed that it’s reversing the updated guidance announced on 12 February, meaning that double-cab pickups will continue to be treated as goods vehicles rather than cars. The government said… Read more…

HMRC is warning people to be wary of bogus tax refund offers following the self assessment deadline on 31 January. The tax authority says that fraudsters could set their sights on self assessment taxpayers, with more than 11.5 million submitting a tax return by last month’s deadline. HMRC warns that taxpayers who completed their tax… Read more…

Over one million self assessment taxpayers missed the filing deadline at midnight on 31 January, according to data published by HMRC. A record 11.5 million taxpayers did file their 2022/23 self assessment tax returns by the deadline. HMRC’s figures also showed that 1.1 million missed the deadline. The final day saw 778,068 beat the clock… Read more…

  HMRC has published guidance on the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) requirements for sole traders and landlords. MTD for ITSA will require businesses and landlords with qualifying income to maintain digital records and update HMRC each quarter via compatible software.   In the guidance, HMRC stated that MTD… Read more…

Congratulations! It’s time to throw some confetti and celebrate because you’ve just hit a major milestone in your business journey. You are doing so incredibly well that it’s time to take on an employee to help you. It’s completely understandable that hiring your first ever employee can be a bit overwhelming, but just by following… Read more…