by Ruth Clark | Dec 27, 2023 | Uncategorised
Yes, it’s that time of year again! Christmas is on the horizon, and the office Christmas party planning will be in full swing for many companies across the UK. So, if you are planning a shindig for your employees, you should maximise the tax breaks available from...
by Ruth Clark | Dec 20, 2023 | Uncategorised
Pensions are set to have one of the biggest overhauls in recent memory, as the Chancellor also announced a consultation on plans that would bring significant changes to pensions in the UK. The biggest change would be a Lifetime Pension, more colloquially known as a...
by Ruth Clark | Dec 18, 2023 | HMRC, Tax
The tax legislation states that a deduction from rental profits is allowable for expenses incurred ‘wholly and exclusively’ for the purposes of the business. This short and general provision has resulted in uncertainty and case law disputes between taxpayers and HMRC...
by Ruth Clark | Dec 13, 2023 | Uncategorised
The biggest tax cuts announced by the Chancellor in his Autumn Statement were in NICs, where self-employed people will no longer pay Class 2 NICs at all from April 6, 2024. Class 4 NICs will be reduced from 9% to 8% from the same date. Class 1 employee NICs – which...
by Ruth Clark | Dec 11, 2023 | Uncategorised
As the festive season approaches, it’s crucial to ensure that the joy of your staff Christmas party doesn’t lead to unexpected tax liabilities. Here’s a quick guide to potential tax pitfalls and how to navigate them: 1. Expenditure Limit per Head:...
