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VAT Reverse Charge in Construction: What You Need to Know

Navigating VAT in the construction industry can feel like untangling scaffolding. Enter the VAT reverse charge—special rules that mean sub-contractors ...
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The Substantial Shareholdings Exemption

For companies selling shares, the Substantial Shareholdings Exemption (SSE) can mean significant tax relief. Introduced in 2002 and simplified in ...
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When can you recover VAT on a car purchase

Reclaiming VAT on company cars isn’t as simple as it sounds. Generally, businesses can’t recover VAT unless the car is ...
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New online tax tools for the self-employed

Navigating tax obligations can be daunting for small business owners and sole traders. To make life easier, HMRC has introduced ...
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Spreading tax payments by using Time to Pay

Can’t pay your tax bill in full by 31 January 2025? HMRC’s online Time to Pay system lets self-assessment taxpayers ...
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Claiming Child Benefits online

Over one million parents have now claimed Child Benefit online or via the HMRC app, with 87% of new claims ...
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Why Protecting Intellectual Property is Important

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary works, designs, brand names, and artistic outputs ...
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Government Forces Water Companies to Double Compensation

The UK government has announced significant reforms to enhance compensation for customers affected by water service failures. Under new regulations, ...
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Just because an employee is a lawful resident of the UK does not give them the right to work

A restaurant in Middlesborough recently challenged a civil penalty notice of £15,000 issued by the Secretary of State for the ...
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Could you claim R&D relief?

From April 2024, UK businesses can access enhanced R&D tax relief through the merged RDEC and new ERIS schemes. With ...
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Are you eligible to claim the Marriage Allowance?

Could you save up to £1,260 in tax this year? If one of you earns less than £12,570, the Marriage ...
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IHT nil rate band reduction for large estates

Married couples and civil partners may be able to pass on up to £1 million of their estate tax-free with ...
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Self-assessment scam warning

Scammers are on the rise as the Self-Assessment deadline nears! HMRC warns that HMRC never emails or texts about tax ...
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No tax changes for online sellers

Selling online? From 2024, digital platforms must report your information to HMRC if sales exceed £1,700 or 30 goods a ...
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Scottish Budget Statement 2025-26

Scotland’s 2024 Budget delivers on public priorities with investments in services, poverty reduction, and economic growth. Tax rates stay frozen, ...
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Launch Your Dream Business: 10 Must-Know Steps

Starting your own business is exciting but can be overwhelming if you’re not prepared. To help you navigate the journey, ...
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Government Unlocks Success for Small Businesses

Small businesses across the UK can now access streamlined support and advice through the newly launched Business Growth Service, designed ...
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Tax if you live abroad and sell UK home

One of the most commonly used and valuable exemptions from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is for the sale of a ...
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