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Who needs to register for anti-money laundering supervision
If your business operates in a sector covered by the Money Laundering Regulations, you must be monitored by a supervisory authority to ensure compliance. This article outlines who needs to register
Don’t rush to judgement over pending tribunal claims
Mr. Aslam, a former Metroline employee, applied to another bus company on 13 April 2019, disclosing that he suffered from partial hearing loss, depression, anxiety, insomnia and stress, and was
Why you should maintain a tax reserve
Every business has a duty to pay tax, whether that is Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, or personal tax liabilities for the owners. While these payments are predictable, many businesses still find
Understanding working capital and why it matters
Working capital is a simple but powerful measure of a business’s financial health. It is the difference between current assets and current liabilities. In other words, it shows what is left when a
Budget date announced
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has confirmed, in a video message, that the next UK Budget will take place on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
Details of all the Budget announcements will
16 years old – the minimum age for a company director
Thinking of starting a company at 16? Know the rules, risks and responsibilities before you take the leap.
The Companies Act 2006 does not set a minimum age for shareholders, meaning even minors can
What is the settlement legislation?
Thinking of gifting income to a spouse or partner? HMRC’s settlements rules may still tax it as your own.
The settlements legislation is contained in s.624 ITTOIA 2005. The legislation seeks to
How do HMRC define “wholly and exclusively” for tax purposes
Not sure if a business cost is deductible? HMRC’s ‘wholly and exclusively’ rule is the key test.
When deciding whether an expense is deductible or not it is important to bear in mind that the