Misplaced your National Insurance number? Do not worry! From checking payslips to using the HMRC app, there are many ways to recover it. If all else fails, you can request it via post. Here is
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Tax relief for zero emission cars and electric charge points
Great news for businesses! Tax relief on zero-emission cars and EV charge points has been extended until 2026. This move aligns with the UK’s ambitious Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, driving the shift
What to Expect from the Chancellor’s Spring Statement 2025
The Chancellor’s Spring Statement, scheduled for 26 March 2025, is expected to focus on navigating the challenges of public finances, economic growth, and household pressures.
Economic Context
The
Perseverance is the key to sales success
The average number of touchpoints needed to secure a sale, or appointment generally falls between 7 and 12. However, this varies by industry, target audience, and product or service type. Here’s why
Advising HMRC of employees’ company car details
Ensure compliance with HMRC rules when providing company cars. From P46(Car) submissions to benefit reporting, learn what steps to take for private use and specific exemptions.
Here are the steps you
Using the car fuel rates
Advisory fuel rates for company cars help employers and employees manage fuel costs without triggering tax liabilities. Learn how to use these rates to avoid tax, especially car fuel benefit
Inheritance Tax thresholds and the RNRB
Inheritance Tax nil-rate bands remain frozen until April 2030. Learn how this affects estates, the residence nil-rate band, and planning opportunities to maximise tax-free inheritance for loved
Tax Diary February/March 2025
1 February 2025 – Due date for Corporation Tax payable for the year ended 30 April 2024.
19 February 2025 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 February 2025. (If you pay your tax
Cash-basis default position for self-employed
The cash basis is now the default for self-employed income reporting. Learn about the key updates, opt-out options, and how this simplified method can ease your self-assessment obligations with
The UK economic outlook for 2025
The economic outlook for the UK in 2025 presents a mixed picture, with expectations of modest growth tempered by persistent inflationary pressures.
Growth Projections
The Organisation for Economic
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax volunteers
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for ITSA) will transform tax compliance for businesses, self-employed individuals, and landlords, mandating digital record-keeping and online
Capital Gains Tax – the new rates
Capital Gains Tax rates have increased for disposals from 30 October 2024, with further changes ahead. Stay informed on the updated rates for assets, property, and reliefs to optimise your tax
WASPI claims – apology but no compensation
The UK government has recently addressed the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s (PHSO) report concerning the communication of changes to women’s State Pension age. The PHSO identified
New online tax tools for the self-employed
Navigating tax obligations can be daunting for small business owners and sole traders. To make life easier, HMRC has introduced new interactive tools, including a Sole Trader Setup Guide and VAT
Spreading tax payments by using Time to Pay
Can’t pay your tax bill in full by 31 January 2025? HMRC’s online Time to Pay system lets self-assessment taxpayers spread the cost over monthly instalments. With plans available for tax bills up to
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