The VAT Flat Rate Scheme is designed to simplify the way a business accounts for VAT and, in doing so, reduce the administrative burden associated with VAT compliance. The scheme is available to businesses that expect their annual taxable turnover in the next 12 months to be no more than
The settlements legislation is designed to ensure that where a settlor retains an interest in settled property, the income arising is treated as the settlor’s income for all tax purposes. A settlor will be treated as having retained an interest where the settlor, or their spouse or civil partner,
If you are self-employed, it is important to understand which car and travel costs are allowable for tax purposes.
You may claim allowable business expenses for car, van, and travel costs, which will reduce your taxable profits. Typical allowable costs include:
Vehicle insurance
Repairs and
When a sole trader or partnership transfers a business to a company, a chargeable gain may arise. This is calculated by reference to the market value of the business assets at the date of incorporation (including goodwill), compared with their original base cost. The resulting gain would ordinarily
Those responsible for the accounts and tax compliance of private limited companies must ensure they are fully aware of the relevant obligations and statutory deadlines.
Following the end of each financial year, a private limited company is required to prepare full annual accounts and submit a
Energy costs remain a significant pressure on household budgets, and reducing consumption continues to be one of the most reliable ways to control expenditure. Fortunately, many practical steps can lower usage without reducing comfort. A structured approach often produces the best results, starting
From April 2026, the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates have increased, and businesses should ensure payroll systems are updated immediately so that employees receive the correct statutory pay. These changes apply from the start of the 2026-27 tax year and form part of the
1 May 2026 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 July 2025.
19 May 2026 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 May 2026. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date is 22 May 2026).
19 May 2026 – Filing deadline for the CIS300 monthly return for the month ended 5
The rules on claiming tax relief for working from home are changing for the new 2026-27 tax year. In most cases, employees will no longer be able to claim relief for homeworking, although claims can still be made for the previous four tax years. The removal of the tax relief was announced in the
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026 for qualifying taxpayers. Those with qualifying income over £50,000 are now required to maintain digital records and submit updates of trading or property income and expenses using compatible software.
Under MTD for Income Tax, quarterly