With Christmas right around the corner, many of you might be looking into ways to spread the holiday cheer among your employees. Maybe you want to give a box of chocolates to your executive assistant or a bottle of wine … Continue reading
Author Archives: Howard Roth
Capital Gains Tax is increasing – What does this mean for you?
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) was a significant target for the Chancellor in the Autumn Budget – with an immediate rise put in place for both the basic and higher rate of CGT. The basic rate paid by basic rate taxpayers … Continue reading
Employers squeezed as wages and National Insurance rise
In Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ 2024 Autumn Budget, she announced over £40 billion of tax increases, as the Government attempts to fill a £22 billion gap in public finances. The headline measure was a rise in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), … Continue reading
Bad debts on the rise – Time to crack down
As we approach the end of the year, one trend has become increasingly concerning for UK businesses – debts are on the rise. According to a recent report, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have seen the value of bad debt … Continue reading
The value of technology – Why you should not rule out investment
Recent research by Three Business indicates that tech-enabled SMEs could add an impressive £79 billion to the UK economy over the next year. Technology is clearly a key driver and enabler of growth for businesses. Despite this, their research also … Continue reading