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Frozen tax allowances and fiscal drag
Tax thresholds frozen till 2028? That’s fiscal drag in action – more tax paid without rate rises. It’s a stealthy revenue boost for HM Treasury, projected to bring in £38bn a year by 2029. Inflation
Don’t forget to update your NMW and NLW wage rates
Minimum wage rates rose on 1 April 2025. NLW now £12.21, and big increases for younger workers too. Make sure you’re compliant – underpayment can cost up to £20K per worker and a director ban. Time to
Child Benefit increases April 2025
Child Benefit has risen for 2025-26: £26.05 for eldest, £17.25 for others. Claim continues to age 20 in approved education. HICBC still applies for incomes over £60K – but PAYE option coming this
Dealing with supply line interruptions
Supply line interruptions can be a nightmare for any business. Whether it’s a delay in deliveries, a shortage of materials, or problems with international shipping, things can grind to a halt fast.
HMRC time to pay arrangements
If you’re facing financial difficulties and owe tax, HMRC’s Time to Pay service may offer breathing space. From self-assessment to PAYE and VAT, eligible individuals and businesses can spread payments
Business Asset Disposal Relief rates from April 2025
Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) provides a reduced Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate on the sale of a business, shares in a trading company, or an individual’s interest in a trading partnership. This
Verifying identity at Companies House – From April 2025
New rules under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act mean identity checks will soon be required at Companies House. From directors to agents, all those running UK companies will need to
R & D clearance consultation
Following the Spring Statement, HMRC is inviting feedback on the idea of expanding the use of advance clearances for R&D tax reliefs, aiming to reduce errors and fraud, provide businesses with
HMRC interest rate increases
HMRC has announced that interest rates for late payments will increase by 1.5% for all taxes starting 6 April 2025. This change, which was first announced at Autumn Budget 2024, will raise the late
Pubs and premises insurance
In March 2025, the Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA) wrote to all pub-owning businesses to reinforce the importance of complying with Regulation 46 of the Pubs Code. This regulation focuses on how premises
CGT holding over gains if you gift business assets
Gift Hold-Over Relief lets you defer Capital Gains Tax when giving away business assets or qualifying shares. It can be a tax-smart move for passing on wealth, but strict rules apply. Here’s what you
Time off for jury service
If your employee is called for jury service, you must allow them time off—but you’re not required to pay them. Here’s a clear look at your responsibilities, options, and how to handle
