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Could You Save on Childcare Costs with Tax-Free Childcare?

With childcare costs continuing to be a significant expense for many working families, it’s worth checking whether you could benefit from the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The…

Do You Need to Pay Tax on Your Side Hustle?

August 31, 2026

Turning a hobby into a side business can be a great way to earn some extra income. But if your side hustle is bringing in…

HMRC Contacts Self-Employed People About National Insurance Gaps

August 24, 2026

HMRC is contacting some self-employed individuals whose National Insurance records may contain gaps that could affect their State Pension entitlement. If you receive a letter…

Government Expands SME Growth Guarantee Scheme to Boost Business Lending

August 17, 2026

The Government has announced a significant expansion of the British Business Bank's Growth Guarantee Scheme. This provides greater access to finance for small and medium-sized businesses…

HMRC Proposes New Criminal Offence for Reckless Tax Statements

August 10, 2026

HMRC has launched a consultation on plans to introduce a new criminal offence for individuals who make reckless, untrue statements or declarations in relation to direct taxes,…

Health and Safety for Small Businesses: A Practical UK Checklist

August 3, 2026

Good health and safety for small businesses is not about producing paperwork for its own sake. It is about identifying the things that could cause…

Employers, Are You Ready for the New Tax Year?

March 30, 20260Comments

As the 2025/26 tax year draws to a close, employers should start preparing for the key payroll tasks that come with the transition into a new tax year. If you run a…

Fraud Awareness: Simple Steps to Protect Your Money

March 23, 20260Comments

Fraud now accounts for around 40% of crime in the UK, making it one of the most common threats facing individuals and businesses today. The challenge is that fraud doesn’t…

New to Self Assessment? Here’s What You Need to Know

Self Assessment for Beginners: Deadlines, Payments and Records

February 2, 20260Comments

Self Assessment for beginners can feel like a collection of unrelated dates, forms and payments. In reality, the process is easier to manage when you separate it into four jobs:…

Preparing for Making Tax Digital: What You Need to Know

January 26, 20260Comments

With the new tax year fast approaching, many businesses are beginning to prepare for the changes introduced by Making Tax Digital (MTD). From April, sole traders and landlords earning more than £50,000 will…

7 Things Every Company Director Needs To Know

October 20, 20250Comments

Becoming a company director is more than just a title — it’s a legal responsibility. Whether you’re actively managing the day-to-day, acting as a non-executive director, or involved behind the…

How To Spot Phishing Attempts Before It’s Too Late

October 13, 20250Comments

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reported over 170,000 phishing scam referrals in the 12 months to July 2025. While this represents a 12% drop on the previous year, HMRC continues to warn…