We have been made aware that one of our clients has been sent a very convincing letter in the post. We want to make everyone aware of this and how to identify if a letter is genuine or part of a scam.
If you are due a tax refund for your self-assessment, you might receive a text from HMRC letting you know how it’s processing. The message will confirm your refund is being processed and when to expect it.
Had a visit from someone who claims to be HMRC? Don’t worry, you can double-check that they are who they state they are. Here’s how…
From summer 2025, the High-Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) can be collected through PAYE, meaning fewer people will need to file a Self-Assessment just for this. If you’re earning over £60,000 and receiving Child Benefit, this update could save you a bit of admin (and a few grey hairs)…
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.
As we are now a few days into the new tax year, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to remind you of what is ‘allowable’ when working out your taxable profits for the year.
Making Tax Digital is moving beyond VAT to cover Income Tax from April 2026. Find out what it means for you and when you’ll need to take action.
If you have the funds available, you could top up your pension, fill in any gaps in your National Insurance record, or maximise your ISA savings – all smart moves that could help boost your financial future.
Get the key takeaways from the 2025 Spring Budget, including changes to the national minimum wage, tax enforcement, welfare adjustments, and defence spending.
With Employer National Insurance changes coming in April 2025, businesses must prepare for increased costs. Our free forecasting tool helps you budget by mapping out total staff expenses, including NI and pensions, so you can plan with confidence.
With rising employment costs, including minimum wage and NI increases, businesses face financial challenges. Stephens Scown’s employment law experts outline key workforce adjustments, legal risks, and best practices to help you navigate these changes.
Big changes are coming to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). Employees will soon get sick pay from day one, and low earners will also qualify for support. We break down what the new rules mean and how they impact employers.