Pre-trading expenditure for companies
Starting a new business can be expensive, but many of your pre-trading costs may qualify for tax relief…
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Expenses for the self-employed
If you are self-employed, knowing which everyday costs you can legitimately claim can make a real difference to…
What is the advance tax certainty service?
If your business is planning a major UK investment, HMRC’s new advance tax certainty service could give you…
MTD for Income Tax – what’s required from April 2026
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) will become mandatory for many self-employed…
Creative Industry Corporation Tax reliefs
If your business works in film, TV, games or the arts, Creative Industry Tax Reliefs could reduce your…
Company liquidations and insolvencies are still elevated
The Insolvency Service data for England and Wales shows monthly company insolvencies remain high by historical standards, even…
Pre-tax year end planning
Pre-tax year end planning is one of the most practical and controllable ways for UK businesses and higher…
New First Year Allowance from 1 January 2026
The new 40% First Year Allowance (FYA) for qualifying main-rate plant and machinery expenditure first announced at Autumn…
Starting or changing jobs
Providing the right information when you start a new job helps ensure your tax code is correct from…
Changes to Agricultural and Business Property Relief reforms
The government recently announced significant changes to the planned reforms to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property…
Did you file your tax return over the festive period?
HMRC’s figures show thousands of taxpayers are filing over the festive period, but leaving your return until late…
Company car expenses and benefits – what’s exempt?
While company cars often come with tax implications, there are specific situations where the associated benefits may be…
