Blog22nd Jun 2026Mixed Member Rules Explained: Key lessons from recent case lawWe have previously discussed the Bluecrest Case, which mainly focussed on salaried members rules. As we await the judgment from the Court of Appeal on that case, another partnership tax case HMRC v HFFX LLP; Atkins and others v HMRC…By Jill WalkerView more
Blog19th Jun 2026Why HMRC investigates SME businesses: 5 key triggersFor most business owners, a tax investigation is high on the list of things they’d rather avoid – and for good reason. These enquiries can result in financial penalties, unexpected tax bills, and even reputational damage. With HMRC increasing its…By Amber CloustonView more
Blog18th Jun 2026Summer VAT reduction: 5 considerations for businessesSummer is (allegedly) just around the corner, and coupled with the longer, sunnier days and school holidays comes the conundrum that faces many families with children during this time of year: how to keep the kids entertained without breaking the…By Carolyn YoungView more
Blog18th Jun 2026UK Government consultation to remove US LLC double taxationRachel Reeves visited Washington DC in April last year, for the spring meetings of the IMF and talks with the US treasury secretary on a speculative US-UK trade deal. She pledged to “stand up for Britain’s national interest” and has…By Lynn GracieView more
Blog16th Jun 2026Companies House changes – everything businesses need to knowCompanies House has confirmed that its latest package of reforms will come into effect from April 2028, following the delay of its original plans due to concerns raised by small businesses and the accounting profession. These Companies House changes are…By Hugo HillView more
Blog12th Jun 2026What is the advance assurance pilot for R&D tax reliefThe Autumn 2025 Budget unveiled a new R&D advance assurance pilot to help SMEs obtain HMRC’s view on specific aspects of a claim before submission. The government’s commitment to innovation remains clear: R&D tax reliefs are central to achieving the…By Ross ParslerView more
Blog9th Jun 2026Section 479A Audit exemptions: Everything you need to knowMany groups across the UK look to Section 479A Audit exemptions as a practical way to reduce subsidiary audit costs and management time. The exemption is available only where statutory conditions are met, and a parent guarantee is provided. However,…By Liam CheyneView more
Blog5th Jun 2026AI in accounting: Empowering teams, not replacing themAI in accounting is moving fast. Not “robots are coming for your job” fast. More “why did we ever spend a Friday afternoon typing invoice numbers into Xero?” fast. For business owners, this is the real opportunity: more automation, better…By Graham DyerView more
Blog1st Jun 2026Foreign Income and Gains Regime (FIG) – 2026 Tax Return considerationsThe 2025–26 UK tax year marked a fundamental shift in the taxation of internationally mobile individuals, with the abolition of the remittance basis and the introduction of the Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) regime. This reform has materially changed how…By Lynn GracieView more
Blog28th May 2026How Can Tax Relief Help Loss-Making Farmers?Recent headlines have highlighted the growing pressure on the agricultural sector, with many farming businesses facing a significantly more challenging financial outlook than in previous years. A combination of global and domestic factors has driven this change. Input costs have…By Jill WalkerView more
Blog28th May 2026Impact of mandatory foreign branch exemptionsUK companies operating overseas through branches have enjoyed flexibility in how those activities were taxed in the UK. However, significant changes are now expected following a recent announcement by HMRC. The government is moving towards a more standardised and restrictive…By Ruth MacNameeView more
Blog26th May 2026Overcoming Cross-Border ChallengesTwo currencies. Two different tax regimes. One island. Sound familiar? If you operate cross-border, you’ll already understand both the opportunities and the challenges this presents. On one hand, establishing a presence south of the border means rapid entry into a…By Michael FarrellView more
