The government has published details of a new Energy Bills Discount Scheme which will replace the current Energy Bill Relief Scheme that comes to an end on 31 March 2023. The new scheme will offer
New Energy Bills Discount Scheme
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A definition of trusts
HMRC’s internal manuals states that the word `trust’ describes a relationship between certain persons
which is recognised by the law;
concerned with particular property; and
enforceable by
UK regains control over business subsidies
A new system to regulate the award of subsidies to business came into force on Wednesday 4 January 2023. It should provide a boost to businesses across the country and empower public authorities to
Which way to turn
Inflation and recession are cruel task-masters.
If you provide goods or services that can be readily sourced from alternative suppliers, and at a lower cost, trying to beef-up your sales prices will
Customs Declaration Service deadline extended
The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is a customs IT platform designed to modernise the process for completing customs declarations for businesses that import or export goods from the UK. A phased
Limits to tax relief for pension contributions
Under current rules, you can claim tax relief for your private pension contributions. The annual allowance for tax relief on pensions is £40,000 for the current tax year. There is a three year carry
Did you file your tax return on Christmas Day?
A new press release by HMRC has highlighted the fact that 3,275 taxpayers took the time to file their tax return online on Christmas Day with a further 10,311 taxpayers completing their tax returns on
What is the VAT One Stop Shop?
The VAT One Stop Shop is an EU wide scheme that allows a VAT registered business to register in only one single EU Member State. The scheme was extended with effect from 1 July 2021. The extended
Mortgage Guarantee Scheme extended
The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme was set to end on 31 December 2022. In a last-minute announcement from HM Treasury, it was confirmed that the scheme will now be extended for a further 12 months until 31
Applying for National Insurance number
If you do not already have a National Insurance number you will normally need to apply for one if you are planning to work in the UK, claim benefits, apply for a student loan or pay Class 3 voluntary
Vehicle benefit charges from April 2023
The vehicle benefit charges for 2023-24 have been announced. Where employees are provided with fuel for their own private use by their employers, the car fuel benefit charge is also applicable. The
HMRC interest rate changes
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 15 December 2022 and voted 6-3 in favour of raising interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.5% in a move to try and continue to tackle
Redundancy pay
If you have been in the same job for two or more years and are made redundant you will usually be entitled to redundancy pay. The legal minimum that you are entitled to receive is known as ‘statutory
Exempt company cars and fuel benefits
Most employers and employees are aware of the additional costs of providing company cars and the tax implications they create. However, for many employees the attraction of having a company car means
Tax Diary January/February 2023
1 January 2023 – Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 March 2022.
19 January 2023 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 January 2023. (If you pay your tax electronically
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