Industry News & Updates

Last week King Charles delivered the King’s Speech. This is a speech traditionally delivered at the State Opening of Parliament and it sets out the government’s plans and priorities for the coming year.

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have refreshed their guidance on shopping and paying safely online. Whether for our business or personally, online shopping is now a normal feature of our daily routine. What tips do NCSC provide that can help us stay safe?

The Office of National Statistics has released the latest inflation figures for June, and the good news is that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) has stayed at 2.0%.

The new government has rolled out an ambitious plan to drive significant changes across the UK, and as your business advisors, we want to break down how these could impact you.

The new Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered her first speech as Chancellor last week outlining her plans for revitalising the UK economy. While her speech was inevitably political and included criticism for the previous government while emphasising her own role, there were also some key takeaways for her plans on tax. Here’s a summary with some comments on what they could mean for you.

HM Revenue & Customs have released a new tool designed to help businesses find out what VAT registration would mean for their business.

Running a business comes with a myriad of responsibilities, and ensuring the safety of your employees should be at the top of your list. Here’s why having a health and safety policy is crucial, backed by UK legal requirements...

Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the economy grew by 0.7% between January and March. This is higher than their initial estimate of 0.6%, and means that the country’s emergence from recession was stronger than expected.

So, the election results are in and the Labour party won the country’s mandate to form a new parliament. What could that mean for the tax you pay?

In the wake of the Bank of England's decision to maintain the base rate at 5.25%, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has expressed concern about the impact on small business growth and investment.

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued a warning about false claims being made about the deadline for appealing the 2023 list for business rates.

As a business owner, you’ll likely be wondering how the upcoming general election on 4 July 2024 is likely to affect your business.

Figures released by the Office of National Statistics show that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) for May 2024 was 2%. This is a reduction from the 2.3% assessed in April and means that inflation has hit the Bank of England’s target rate for the first time in nearly 3 years.

The latest labour market report from the Office for National Statistics shows a few important trends that might affect your business.

As accountants, we are often asked about the financial and tax implications of buying a second home. Sometimes the pull of a country or seaside retreat might inspire you to think about having a second home. Or maybe you have spare cash or income and are wondering if a second home could be a good investment. Whatever the reason, before you take the plunge, what are some things you might want to consider?

The Bank of Canada announced a cut of a quarter of a percentage point to its key interest rate last week, bringing the rate down to 4.75%.

The news is currently brimming with updates on the impending general election to the point where turning it off might seem more appealing than hearing another word about it!

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act has become law and will affect owners of freeholds for leasehold properties as well as house builders.