The first week of September is National Payroll Week, and this year sees the 26th one since its inception.Continue reading
Category Archives: Business
Record numbers face Dividend Tax bills: How does this affect taxpayers and investors?
The UK’s economic picture remains uncertain ahead of the Autumn Budget and with the economy growing at a very slow pace, investors and taxpayers are feeling the pinch with a record number set to face a Dividend Tax bill.Continue reading
Government announce commitment to deliver a genuine living wage: What does that mean for businesses?
Next year’s National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage have been hot topics of discussion with experts warning they must go up to meet the Government’s goal for it to match two thirds of median earnings.
Government borrowing at record high – how will your business be affected?
Anyone even tangentially involved in UK economics will have noticed that the future is not looking bright.Continue reading
How Dumbarton FC beat the drop – and what SMEs can learn from their business revival
More often than not, football clubs are seen as a billionaire’s plaything, where lavish amounts of money are spent at the drop of a hat on somebody to kick a ball about.Continue reading
Over 100,000 jobs lost – The cost of rising National Insurance on employers
The release of the latest employment data should serve as a wake-up call for business owners.
What is the Worldwide Disclosure Facility and when should you use it?
If you have undeclared income or assets held overseas, you may owe tax in the UK.Continue reading
What are PAYE Settlement Agreements and how can they benefit employers?
PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSAs) are a convenient tool for employers, allowing them to cover the tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs) on specific benefits provided to employees. Continue reading
Why the National Wealth Fund is a game-changer for SMEs
The recent announcement by the new Labour Government to introduce a National Wealth Fund has sent ripples of excitement throughout the business community.
Will Labour’s agenda in the King’s Speech signal major tax changes for businesses in 2025?
As the opening of Parliament approaches on 17 July, businesses across the country are bracing for the King’s Speech, which is expected to outline the Labour Government’s legislative priorities for the coming year.















