Responding to the coronavirus (Covid-19)
Following the escalation of the COVID-19 Virus in recent days and expected continuation of measures nationally to limit the spread of the virus, we have been implementing specific measures across our offices to ensure that our staff remain safe and the service we provide to our clients is as unaffected as possible.
Investors must not panic over coronavirus effect and need to keep long-term view
Despite headlines over the past few days about global stock markets suffering big daily falls, it is important not to panic.
Making Tax Digital - the next phase
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT was introduced on 1 April 2019 for all business trading above £85,000 of taxable supplies, with an extension until 1 October 2019 for some businesses eg groups.
Student Loan system overhaul to benefit millions of students and graduates
The Government have announced that a new online service will enable graduates to easily keep track of their student loan accounts, as part of improvements to the student loan repayment system.
Offshore sector faces potential skills crisis due to new HMRC rules on contractors, says leading tax expert
Norfolk’s thriving offshore energy sector could face a skills crisis when new HMRC rules regarding how contractors supply their services, according to a tax expert.
National Sickie Day - Is your sickness policy fit for purpose?
According to statistics the first Monday in February is the day when employees are most likely to be absent from work, therefore being given the title of national sickie day.
VAT alert - Digital publications
A recent Upper Tier Tribunal case has resulted in digital newspapers being judged the same as hard copy printed newspapers and therefore zero rated. Prior to the case, digital publications were seen by HMRC as standard rated.
Accountancy firm creates sector-leading specialist healthcare team
Chartered accountants and financial planners Lovewell Blake has announced the creation of a specialist healthcare accountancy team with the merger of its long-established and nationally-regarded dental and medical specialisms.