Child benefit supports parents or guardians of children under 16, or under 20 if in approved education, by contributing towards the costs of raising them. Since January 2013, the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) affects those earning above a … Continue reading
SME recovery continues as sustainability and growth take centre stage
In its latest research into the UK’s SME economy, NatWest Group has identified an encouraging trend among the country’s independent operators, as SME growth continues for the fifth consecutive month. Two sectors led the charge, as the service industry continues … Continue reading
Preparing for the second payment on account – and what happens when you can’t pay?
If you are a Self-Assessment taxpayer, it is almost time to make your second ‘payment on account’ – advance payments towards your tax bill. Those who submit a Self-Assessment tax return and owe £1,000 or more will be required to … Continue reading
Gratuities and tips – What the delay to the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 means for you
The Department of Business & Trade (DBT) has released the finalised draft of the Code of Practice on Fair & Transparent Distribution of Tips – the next step towards bringing the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (the Act) into … Continue reading
Five steps to growing your business, safely
There is an inherent degree of risk in any business growth strategy – but keeping this risk to a minimum can help you grow your business without sacrificing your hard work. Growing your business hinges on your ability to take … Continue reading
