Need to know
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P&L filing for small companies: what’s changing in April 2028
The rules around small company accounts are changing from April 2028. Find out what's mandatory, what's been scrapped, and how the public disclosure opt-out works.
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Marriage Allowance: the mistake that could leave you with a surprise tax bill
If you've claimed Marriage Allowance and your income or relationship has changed, you could be building up a tax bill without knowing it. Here's when to cancel, how to do...
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National Living Wage increase April 2026: the numbers for employers and employees
From 1st April 2026, the National Living Wage increases again. And if you employ people, at any level, this one is worth paying attention to. Here's what that means in...
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What HMRC’s Small Employers’ Relief announcement actually means for your business
When HMRC announced increased support for small employers, it sounded like good news. And on the surface, a rise in the Small Employers’ Relief compensation rate from 8.5% to 9%...
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Payroll changes from April 2026: what employers need to know
April 2026 brings important payroll and employment law changes, including minimum wage increases, key tax year deadlines, and updates under the Employment Rights Act 2025. Read our guide to make...
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Directors Must Verify Their ID from 2025: A Guide to the New Companies House Rules
From 18th November 2025, you will need to verify your identity with Companies House before you can set up, own or manage a Limited Company in the UK.
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35 million UK workers will now be able to access their taxes more easily than ever before
As part of a big push to encourage more people to use their digital tax accounts, HMRC are planning to roll out a wider range of services you can access...
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The latest on P&L filing changes for small business
There's been plenty of talk about P&L (Profit and Loss) filing lately, but the government has now delayed the major changes for small businesses beyond 2027.
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Working in the hair and beauty industry: are you employed or self-employed?
Whether you work in the hair and beauty industry, or run a salon, figuring out whether someone is employed or self-employed can have different tax implications, understanding this will tell...
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Parents of 16 to 19-year-olds: make sure to extend your Child Benefit claim in your child is staying in education or training!
If you have a teenager between the ages of 16 and 19 years old and staying in full-time education or training, you must confirm this before 31st August 2025.
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HMRC’s new reporting requirements for digital platforms
If you manage or work within a digital platform you may need to collect and check information about sellers on the platform and pass this on to HMRC.
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Companies House: New non-compliance penalties
Registered companies are being encouraged to stay on top of their confirmation statement filing responsibilities, as late filing penalties were set to come into effect this year.