New figures have confirmed what many retirees are starting to feel in their bank statements.
More than a million pensioners now pay higher rate tax – Here’s what it means for you
Category: Tax Planning
Bank lending to UK businesses has dropped to the lowest level in 30 years
Weak economic growth and tighter regulations on lenders are to blame for the largest drop in bank lending to UK businesses in 30 years, according to new data. A study conducted by Boston Consulting Group showed British bank loans to companies outside of the finance sector fell to 59 per cent of UK Gross Domestic […]
The FRS 102 rules are changing again: How will they affect you?
The revised version of FRS 102 accounting standards has already brought new reforms for accounting periods starting on or after 1 January 2026 and now the rules are changing again. The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has announced further amendments to FRS 102 and FRS 105, affecting how certain businesses present their financial statements. With the […]
Personal Tax freeze – The impact of fiscal drag
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has confirmed her plans to extend the Income Tax threshold freeze. The original end date of 2028 has now moved to the 2030/31 tax year forcing many into higher tax bands as wages rise. What are the current thresholds? As it stands, the Income Tax rates are as follows: Up to […]
How to prepare for the Autumn Budget’s changes to APR and BPR
Last year’s Autumn Budget hit business owners hard with the announcements of changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR). The new Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules, set to take effect from April 2026, could create substantial tax liabilities, especially where assets are handed down through generations. Farmers, business owners and AIM investors […]
Working capital loans: A sign of the times or a useful support mechanism?
A recent report by Purbeck revealed that more than a third of SME loans agreed in October supported day-to-day cash flow – the highest level since early 2025. The latest Barclays index shows that more than half of SMEs have paused spending due to weakened confidence. Insolvency is also on the rise, with more than […]
Will your festive spirits be dampened by tax liabilities? How trivial benefits impact your business
The festive season is rapidly approaching and it is natural to want to treat your employees. Unfortunately, even small gifts can have implications for your tax and National Insurance Contributions (NICs), so you should understand the implications of any kind gestures. We are no Scrooge as we want to help you understand how to spread […]
The dangers of non-compliance with the new Companies House ID verification
From 18 November 2025, identity verification will be mandatory for company directors, members of LLPs and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs). Companies House will not be prosecuting these individuals for failure to comply for the first 12 months, but from November 2026, there will be severe consequences for non-compliance. It is imperative that you understand […]
How you can protect your finances against inflation
Even though inflation has dropped a lot from its peak in October 2022 of 11.1 per cent, the highest rate in 40 years, it doesn’t mean prices are going down—they’re just rising more slowly.
How you can protect your finances against inflation
Even though inflation has dropped a lot from its peak in October 2022 of 11.1 per cent, the highest rate in 40 years, it doesn’t mean prices are going down—they’re just rising more slowly.
