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Consequences of the NLW and NMW rate increases next year

The proposed increases to the UK National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) set for April 2025 are expected to impact employers and employees significantly…

Autumn 2024 Budget – planning option

In this post we have outlined a few tax planning options that readers may want to consider following the October Budget changes…

100 days to the 2023-24 self-assessment filing deadline

HMRC have kindly reminded us that there are approximately 100 days to prepare and file a 2023-24 self-assessment tax return…

Will the Budget increase employment costs?

There is ongoing speculation about potential increases in employers’ National Insurance Contributions (NICs)…

Common sources of investment funding for SMEs

Small UK businesses have a variety of investment sources available, depending on their needs and stage of development. Here’s a look at some of the most common options…

Main objectives of new Pensions Bill

The Bill aims to increase the range of investment options for pension funds and to improve the retirement outcomes for future pensioners…

Will she, won’t she?

There is an ongoing discussion in Treasury circles that the recent public sector pay deal may sideline any possible reduction in higher rate tax relief in the forthcoming budget…

Issues troubling UK entrepreneurs

According to numerous government sources, entrepreneurs in the UK currently have several pressing concerns that directly affect their ability to operate and grow their businesses…

Key performance indicators (KPIs)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are widely used across industries in the UK to measure success and performance. Here are some of the top KPIs commonly used in various sectors…

Tipping laws come into force

From 1 October 2024, you can be reasonably sure that when you leave a tip or pay a service charge your largesse will benefit the establishment staff, not the business owners…

671,000 young people urged to cash in their government savings pot

More than 670,000 18-22 year olds, yet to claim their Child Trust Fund, are reminded to cash in their stash as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveals the average savings pot is worth £2,212…

How would a Mansion Tax or Wealth Tax work?

There is no present mansion tax or wealth tax in the UK, but there is speculation that the Labour Party may be tempted to introduce either or both…

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