The 2020/21 tax year saw 1.4 million people charged interest on overdue tax payments – a 15 per cent increase on pre-pandemic figures. The data was released after a Freedom of Information request by investment platform, AJ Bell, but this did not disclose how much money HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) raised from these late […]
Trivial benefits in kind and the advantages they give to employers
It is important for employees to feel valued in the workplace. A lot of the time, it is the little things that employers can provide to their staff that have the most substantial impact. One such ‘little thing’ is the concept of trivial benefits in kind. Trivial benefits are best described as small ‘token gifts’ […]
Changes to free childcare, but higher earners will still miss out
In the Spring 2023 Budget, the Government laid out plans to shake up the current free childcare system – but many higher earners will be disappointed to find that the changes keep them excluded from the scheme. The existing childcare rules mean that parents are eligible for up to 30 hours of free childcare if […]
Constantly asked for pay rises? Here is what you need to know about pay in the UK
As an employer, you will likely face the delicate situation of employees asking for pay rises. With the cost-of-living crisis and rise in inflation, these requests will have become more frequent as people look to keep up with spiralling living costs. Each month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) surveys collect the salaries of 12.8 […]
The ins and outs of pre-notification of R&D claims
The UK Government has long encouraged businesses to invest in Research & Development (R&D) projects, believing it to be at the forefront of economic growth. R&D tax reliefs are, therefore, lucrative and aimed at both Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and larger organisations. However, before organisations plan to claim R&D tax relief or expenditure […]
Corporation Tax: Upcoming filing deadlines and reminder about recent amendments
Recent changes HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) made to the rate of Corporation Tax mainly affected larger businesses in the UK.
Self-Assessment tax returns threshold to change for 2023-2024 tax year
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has revealed plans to increase an individual’s income threshold before being required to submit a self-assessment tax return.
The benefits of outsourcing payroll in the tourism industry
While all businesses are free to manage their payroll in-house, there are many benefits to outsourcing this to an expert team of payroll professionals.
Essential financial metrics every business owner should track
Understanding the financial health of a business is integral to its success, regardless of the industry or the size of the operation.