Corporation Tax

Can you claim R & D relief?

Research and Development (R&D) tax relief is designed to support companies that invest in innovation and seek to make advances in science or technology. The scheme offers businesses the ability to invest in new technologies and scientific development in exchange for generous tax reliefs.

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Key person policies and tax relief

Many businesses take out “key person” insurance policies to protect against the financial impact of losing an important employee, director or other individual who is central to the success of the business. These policies may provide cover for death, critical illness, sickness, accident

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Filing obligations for private limited companies

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

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The marginal Corporation Tax rates

The rate of Corporation Tax payable depends on the level of a company’s taxable profits. The main rate is 25% and applies where profits exceed £250,000. At the other end of the scale, companies with profits of £50,000 or less benefit from the Small Profits Rate, which remains at 19%.For businesses

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Increase in company late filing penalties

After the end of its financial year, a private limited company must prepare full annual accounts and submit a company tax return. In most cases, the tax return must be filed within 12 months of the end of the accounting period it covers, and filing must be completed online.

There are penalties for

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Corporation Tax 19% or 25%?

If your company profits sit between £50,000 and £250,000, marginal relief can soften the jump from 19% to 25% Corporation Tax.

The Corporation Tax main rate applies to companies with taxable profits above £250,000 and is currently set at 25%. Companies with profits of up to £50,000 are subject to

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Creative Industry Corporation Tax reliefs

If your business works in film, TV, games or the arts, Creative Industry Tax Reliefs could reduce your Corporation Tax bill and may even generate a payable tax credit.

Creative Industry Tax Reliefs (CITR) are a range of UK Corporation Tax reliefs designed to support companies operating in the

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How to pay corporation tax online

Paying Corporation Tax? Always use the correct reference or risk delays and penalties.

To pay Corporation Tax via online or telephone bank transfer, you can use either a UK or overseas bank account.

UK Bank Accounts

You can transfer funds using Faster Payments, CHAPS, or Bacs, either online or by

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