Students that work may need to pay Income Tax and National Insurance. Employers are required to calculate the amount of tax they need to pay on the basis that the students would be working for the
As part of the Budget measures, the government confirmed plans to make some changes to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
From 6 April 2026, HMRC will be able to take immediate action where a
An extension of First-Year Allowances (FYA) for zero-emission cars and charge points was announced as part of the recent Budget measures.
This means that the 100% FYA for qualifying expenditure on
A recent ruling has increased the scope of statutory protection for whistleblowers to include covered detriments against co-workers under the Employment Rights Act 1996. A Mr. Rice was dismissed by
Cash flow remains one of the most pressing concerns for small businesses, even where trading appears stable. Many businesses are finding that rising costs, cautious lenders and slower customer
Acquiring new assets is often essential for small businesses looking to grow, improve efficiency or remain competitive. Whether the investment is in vehicles, machinery, IT systems or specialist
1 January 2026 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 March 202519 January 2026 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 January 2026. (If you pay your tax electronically the
The new rules will allow companies to raise more capital under the following schemes although investors will need to factor in reduced VCT Income Tax relief when assessing opportunities.
The Venture
The June 2025 reforms introduce a £35,000 income limit for keeping the Winter Fuel Payment, with HMRC recovering the payment from those above the threshold.
The WFP is a tax-free payment provided by
The 2027 reforms will shift more responsibility to personal representatives, who may need to manage withholding arrangements and settle any IHT before pension benefits are released.
From 6 April
From 6 April 2026, new tax rules will expand workplace benefits relief. The changes will simplify the treatment of certain low-value workplace benefits-in-kind (BIKs), affecting both employers and
The government announced at Budget 2025 that dividend income, property and savings income, will be subject to new tax rates. These changes will be legislated for through the Finance Bill 2025-26 and