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…