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SMEs optimistic for post-pandemic growth

SMEs optimistic and frustrated as economy set to thrive

With predictions that the UK economy is set to grow at its fastest pace in 80 years and could recover to its pre-pandemic size by the end of this year, SME owners are feeling more optimistic and are keen to invest in growth. However, they are also frustrated by the mix of financial options open […]

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With predictions that the UK economy is set to grow at its fastest pace in 80 years and could recover to its pre-pandemic size by the end of this year, SME owners are feeling more optimistic and are keen to invest in growth. However, they are also frustrated by the mix of financial options open

HMRC debt collection

Taxman says help available as HMRC debt collection resumes

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has warned that debt collection will resume as the UK emerges from the pandemic. HMRC will contact taxpayers who have fallen behind with their taxes. HMRC says it will take an understanding and supportive approach to dealing with tax debts or concerns about their ability to pay their tax. During

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HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has warned that debt collection will resume as the UK emerges from the pandemic. HMRC will contact taxpayers who have fallen behind with their taxes. HMRC says it will take an understanding and supportive approach to dealing with tax debts or concerns about their ability to pay their tax. During

super-deduction initiative

Super-deduction gives businesses confidence to grow

As the UK economy gets back to full speed and confidence grows amongst small businesses, the super-deduction and the special rate allowance (SRA) should encourage further growth. According to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), the super-deduction will give companies a strong incentive to make additional investments and bring planned investments forward. The super-deduction allows companies to cut

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As the UK economy gets back to full speed and confidence grows amongst small businesses, the super-deduction and the special rate allowance (SRA) should encourage further growth. According to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), the super-deduction will give companies a strong incentive to make additional investments and bring planned investments forward. The super-deduction allows companies to cut

Finance Bill 2021-22

Draft legislation published for Finance Bill 2021-22

On 20 July, the Government announced the taxation and other measures for consultation for the Finance Bill 2021-22. The draft legislation largely covers pre-announced policy changes, along with accompanying explanatory notes, tax information and impact notes, as well as responses to consultations and other supporting documents. The Government has also revealed three new policies that it

Draft legislation published for Finance Bill 2021-22 Read More »

On 20 July, the Government announced the taxation and other measures for consultation for the Finance Bill 2021-22. The draft legislation largely covers pre-announced policy changes, along with accompanying explanatory notes, tax information and impact notes, as well as responses to consultations and other supporting documents. The Government has also revealed three new policies that it

Don't exceed your Pension allowance

Beware of exceeding your pension allowance

Thousands of people who put money into their pension each year are inadvertently failing to declare pension tax charges, according to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  This can lead to an unexpected and costly tax bill. Most taxpayers can save up to £40,000 in pension contributions tax-free each tax year, a limit that sets to

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Thousands of people who put money into their pension each year are inadvertently failing to declare pension tax charges, according to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  This can lead to an unexpected and costly tax bill. Most taxpayers can save up to £40,000 in pension contributions tax-free each tax year, a limit that sets to

Encourage your employees to take annual leave!

Working excessive hours will negatively impact job performance and cause costly mistakes. Recent news reports highlight concerns over high-pressure working conditions and 100-hour working weeks throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Taking time out to use annual leave entitlement is healthy. Not only does it allow employees to rest and re-energise, but it can also increase motivation and help

Encourage your employees to take annual leave! Read More »

Working excessive hours will negatively impact job performance and cause costly mistakes. Recent news reports highlight concerns over high-pressure working conditions and 100-hour working weeks throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Taking time out to use annual leave entitlement is healthy. Not only does it allow employees to rest and re-energise, but it can also increase motivation and help

Step: UP summer networking event ?

You are invited to our Step: UP summer networking event Are you looking to connect with future decision-makers? Do you want to build long-lasting relationships with people with similar ambitions and values? Let’s step up this summer and embrace new connections. Come and join our small, growing community of young professionals on Wednesday 11 August

Step: UP summer networking event ? Read More »

You are invited to our Step: UP summer networking event Are you looking to connect with future decision-makers? Do you want to build long-lasting relationships with people with similar ambitions and values? Let’s step up this summer and embrace new connections. Come and join our small, growing community of young professionals on Wednesday 11 August

Why a corporate social responsibility strategy will influence your business bottom line?

42% of people’s perception of a company is based on corporate social responsibility activities – Forbes (Feb 2020) In broad terms, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) generally has three strands. A company’s commitment to carry out their business ethically and sustainably; How they prioritise their employees’ wellbeing in a supportive and diverse working environment; and The

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42% of people’s perception of a company is based on corporate social responsibility activities – Forbes (Feb 2020) In broad terms, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) generally has three strands. A company’s commitment to carry out their business ethically and sustainably; How they prioritise their employees’ wellbeing in a supportive and diverse working environment; and The

A helping hand with the cost of children’s summer activities

Parents faced with the financial headache of childcare over the long school summer holidays are reminded they can get support from the Government. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is reminding working families that they can use Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for their childcare costs over the summer. Tax-Free Childcare – a childcare top-up for

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Parents faced with the financial headache of childcare over the long school summer holidays are reminded they can get support from the Government. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is reminding working families that they can use Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for their childcare costs over the summer. Tax-Free Childcare – a childcare top-up for

Don’t miss the deadline for renewing tax credits

Unlike other benefits, tax credits usually have to be renewed each year by 31 July to continue receiving payments from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). If you are claiming tax credits, it is really important to look carefully at the information you receive. Even if you have stopped getting tax credits, you still need to

Don’t miss the deadline for renewing tax credits Read More »

Unlike other benefits, tax credits usually have to be renewed each year by 31 July to continue receiving payments from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). If you are claiming tax credits, it is really important to look carefully at the information you receive. Even if you have stopped getting tax credits, you still need to