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PAYE rules for labour supply chains (umbrella companies)

PAYE rules for labour supply chains (umbrella companies)

From 6 April 2026, significant changes to PAYE rules will affect umbrella companies, recruitment agencies, and end clients, increasing shared responsibility for payroll compliance across labour supply

New 40% First Year Allowance now in force

New % First Year Allowance now in force

The new 40% First Year Allowance came into force from 1 January 2026. This marks an important development for businesses investing in plant and machinery. The new allowance was first announced at

Welsh Budget 2026-27

Welsh Budget

The Welsh Final Budget for 2026-27 was published on 20 January 2026. The Budget sets out the Welsh government’s revenue and capital spending plans, including detailed portfolio spending plans.

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MTD for Income Tax – check if and when you need to use it

MTD for Income Tax – check if and when you need to use it

If you have not yet checked if and when you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, you should do so as a matter of urgency. This is because from April 2026 the way many individuals

Scottish Budget Statement 2026-27

Scottish Budget Statement

Scotland’s Finance Secretary, Shona Robison delivered her third Budget statement to the Scottish parliament on 13 January 2026. This is the final Budget before the Holyrood elections due to take place

Construction Industry Scheme: tackling fraud

Construction Industry Scheme: tackling fraud

Tackling fraud in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was one of the measures addressed in the recent Budget. The changes are intended to allow faster intervention where fraud is suspected, while

Do you need a company audit in the UK?

Do you need a company audit in the UK?

Not every UK limited company needs a statutory audit. Many smaller companies qualify for audit exemption, but it is important to understand the rules, as an audit may still be required in certain

Protecting your online passwords

Protecting your online passwords

With so many online accounts now in daily use, including banking, shopping, email and HMRC services, password security has never been more important. A weak or reused password can lead to fraud,

Take care when labelling a bonus as discretionary in a contract

Take care when labelling a bonus as discretionary in a contract

The High Court recently ruled on the interpretation and enforceability of “discretionary” bonus provisions in employment contracts. Mr. Gagliardi brought a breach of employment contract claim against

Spring Statement 2026

Spring Statement

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver the Spring Statement to the House of Commons on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.

The Spring Statement is used to give an update on the state of

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