Blog11th Jun 2025R&D Tax Claim Notification: What the New Rules Mean for YouWHAT IS THE NEW R&D TAX CLAIM NOTIFICATION RULE? If your company is planning to claim R&D tax relief, the R&D tax claim notification rule is something you need to know about. Introduced in April 2023, this rule means some…By Ross ParslerView more
Blog9th Jun 2025AI & Data: The key to better audits?Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way the world looks. From the adverts we see across social media, to research and development conducted by major tech giants, to streamlining recruitment processes, AI is everywhere. There’s no doubt that it’s also…By Jordan TaylorView more
Blog6th Jun 20259 key steps for a fair and effective workplace investigationWhen issues arise at work, be it misconduct, grievances, or policy breaches, employers have a duty to respond promptly and fairly. A well-conducted workplace investigation isn’t just about ticking boxes; it’s about creating a fair process that protects your people,…By Vicky MadiganView more
Blog30th May 2025Foreign Income and Gains Regime: Everything you need to knowThe somewhat controversial concept of ‘domicile’ to establish UK tax liability has now been abolished. Instead, the Labour government has introduced an alternative tax break, aimed at those who, are perhaps long-term British expats, interested in returning to the UK,…By Carol EdwardsView more
Blog26th May 2025Income Tax Returns: 5 Key Reasons You Should Submit EarlyThe final submission deadline for the Income Tax Returns is 31st January, following the end of the tax year. So, for the tax year that ended on 5th April 2025, the return must be submitted by 31 January 2026. For…By Emily RobsonView more
Blog22nd May 20254 Tips When Choosing Whistleblowing SoftwareWhy Case Management Matters in Whistleblowing Software Good whistleblowing software does not just collect reports. It helps you manage them clearly, confidentially, and consistently. Without proper case management in place, reports can fall through the cracks, responses can be delayed,…By Sean McAuleyView more
Blog19th May 2025Safe Leave Bill: 6 ways HR professionals can prepareThis year, we’re expecting landmark changes in Employment Rights that are expected to shake up the world of work as we know it. One of the quieter but deeply impactful changes comes from the Domestic Abuse (Safe Leave) Bill– a…By Justyna KowalskaView more
Blog6th May 2025The UK’s Renewable Energy Revolution: What’s Next for 2025 and BeyondIn 2024, more than half of the nation’s electricity came from renewable sources — a major turning point that cements the UK as a global leader in clean energy. Wind, solar, bioenergy, and hydro all delivered strong gains, with wind…By Jordan Taylor and Erica FitchieView more
Blog6th May 2025Scottish Tax Receipts- The Cost of Tax Policy DifferencesWe have now entered the 9th tax year in which HM Revenue and Customs operates separate Scottish tax rates for non-savings income. It’s fair to say that the divergence of UK tax rates has become more significant in recent years,…By Lynn GracieView more
Blog1st May 2025HMRC Business Brief 2(2025): What Care Providers Need to KnowRecent changes in HMRC’s VAT policy could significantly increase costs for state-regulated care providers. Business Brief 2 (2025) specifically targets VAT grouping arrangements that were previously used to recover VAT on otherwise exempt services. The new rules mean that many…By Gabrielle BirdView more
Blog11th Apr 2025Section 690 Changes for 2025/26: What employers need to knowIf your organisation has internationally mobile employees working in the UK, you could be affected by important changes introduced by HMRC to the previously known as ‘Section 690’ directive process. These updates, effective from 6 April 2025, aim to simplify…By Claudia ZwirnView more
Blog2nd Apr 2025Spring Statement 2025: What Was The Tax Impact?The impact of the recent Spring statement can be more readily understood when placed within the wider context of the current UK tax policy. In particular, it’s worth noting that sweeping changes to tax legislation had already been announced by…By Lynn Gracie and Jill WalkerView more