If you are a business owner, you may be wondering, as we come out of lockdown, will my business survive? What funding or Government support is available? And what changes do I need to implement to adapt to a new way of operating?
Watch now: new videos to help your business trade with the EU
The Government has launched a series of short, informational videos designed to help your business move goods between the UK and the EU and the rest of the world. Here’s where to find them, and how they might assist you. Exporting goods outside the UK Useful for: Selling products overseas Staying compliant with international trading […]
UK tech start-ups have enjoyed $8 billion of investment this year
By Steven Sandford, Director at Davis Grant In the first three months of 2021, the UK tech sector has managed to achieve a record investment of around $8 billion as investors seek new opportunities in this fast-growing sector.
Self Employment Income Support Scheme: fourth grant now live
Self-employed workers will be able to claim the fourth Self Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) Grant from 22 April 2021. Commenting on the launch of the grant, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) said the scheme has opened later than planned to allow HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to “manage demand”. […]
Grow your business with the Kickstart Scheme – Apply now!
Employers looking to grow their team should take full advantage of the ongoing Kickstart Scheme to fund the recruitment of new staff members.
100 days on: Brexit still challenging traders, but Support Fund offers hope
Despite 100 days passing since the end of the Brexit transition period, official figures reveal that international trade has yet to recover. But why? In this blog, we’re going to explore what challenges businesses are facing, and how they can overcome them. How is international trade faring? According to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), […]
What is IR35?
HMRC introduced IR35 (aka the ‘off-payroll working rules’) to legislate what it calls ‘disguised’ employment.
Applications open for £2,000 post-Brexit import VAT advice
Applications are now open for the Government’s SME Brexit Support Fund, which offers grants for up to £2,000 that can be put towards the cost of professional advice on import VAT. The end of the Brexit Transition period has changed the way businesses must account for VAT when importing from the EU and the new […]
Four in 10 exporters report international trading difficulties, study reveals
Almost four in 10 exporters say sales have dropped in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, a major study has revealed.