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How to check employment status
HMRC’s CEST tool gets a revamp from 30 April 2025, with clearer questions and updated guidance to help users decide employment status for tax—plus stronger backing from HMRC.
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Fresh Ideas for Additional Revenue Streams
For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the core business keeps the lights on, but additional income streams can provide much-needed stability and growth. Whether you’re a service
How to Increase Gross Profit Returns
Gross profit is one of the clearest indicators of how well your business is performing. It’s the money left after deducting the direct costs of producing goods or services from your turnover. If your
Tax Diary June/July 2025
1 June 2025 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2024.
19 June 2025 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 June 2025. (If you pay your tax electronically the due
Definition of R&D for tax purposes
When claiming tax relief or capital allowances on R&D, it’s crucial to ensure activities meet strict statutory definitions. Understanding Section 437 ITA and DTI guidelines is key to securing
Tax treatment of income after cessation
After a business closes, income can still arise. Post-cessation receipts must be properly reported and taxed under specific rules. Knowing what qualifies — and what does not — ensures
Tax refunds for dissolved companies
Dissolving a company ends its legal existence — but unresolved assets become property of the Crown under bona vacantia. Directors must act carefully to settle assets and liabilities before
Tax relief if required to work from home
If employees must work from home and their employer does not reimburse certain costs, they may be entitled to claim tax relief. Understanding the rules for household expenses, business travel, and
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