With universities across the UK welcoming new and returning students, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning about tax scams. Read More
Month: September 2019
Increasing number of pension savers hit by tax charges
An increasing number of people saving for retirement have been hit by tax charges for exceeding the amount they are allowed to put away tax-free. Read More
Businesses taking extra cash-flow measures ahead of Brexit
According to the latest research, small business owners are increasing the amount of cash they’re holding in current accounts ahead of Brexit. Read More
HMRC wins IR35 case against BBC presenters
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has won an IR35 tribunal case against three BBC presenters at the High Court, which could have a significant impact on the broadcasting industry. Read More
Number of non-doms in the UK has fallen to a record low
According to figures published by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the number of people who live in the UK but pay no tax on their offshore income has fallen to a record low. Read More
Weakness in business investment reflects Brexit uncertainty, says accountancy chief
Business investment has “dampened” as entrepreneurs are left in the dark over Brexit, a new analysis has revealed. Read More
HMRC announces £16 million Brexit grant fund
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has announced a £16 million fund for businesses to claim grants to cover Brexit related costs. Read More
120,000 businesses failed to meet the Making Tax Digital deadline
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed that 1.1 million businesses have now signed up for Making Tax Digital (MTD) and so far, 1.2 million VAT returns have been successfully submitted through the service. Read More
National Audit Office leads independent review of controversial Loan Charge
A major regulator will lead an independent review into the controversial Loan Charge scheme after concerns that taxpayers were “not ready” to face the penalty. Read More
More than 2,800 retail stores closed during first half of 2019
According to the latest industry research, around 16 shops are closing every single day on UK high streets as retailers look to restructure their businesses and adapt to increased levels of online shopping. Read More