Blog9th Jun 2026
Many groups across the UK look to Section 479A Audit exemptions as a practical way to reduce subsidiary audit costs and management time. The exemption is available only where statutory conditions are met, and a parent guarantee is provided. However,…
By Liam Cheyne
View moreBlog5th Jun 2026
AI in accounting is moving fast. Not “robots are coming for your job” fast. More “why did we ever spend a Friday afternoon typing invoice numbers into Xero?” fast. For business owners, this is the real opportunity: more automation, better…
By Graham Dyer
View moreBlog1st Jun 2026
The 2025–26 UK tax year marked a fundamental shift in the taxation of internationally mobile individuals, with the abolition of the remittance basis and the introduction of the Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) regime. This reform has materially changed how…
By Lynn Gracie
View moreBlog28th May 2026
UK companies operating overseas through branches have enjoyed flexibility in how those activities were taxed in the UK. However, significant changes are now expected following a recent announcement by HMRC. The government is moving towards a more standardised and restrictive…
View moreBlog28th May 2026
Recent headlines have highlighted the growing pressure on the agricultural sector, with many farming businesses facing a significantly more challenging financial outlook than in previous years. A combination of global and domestic factors has driven this change. Input costs have…
By Jill Walker
View moreBlog26th May 2026
Two currencies. Two different tax regimes. One island. Sound familiar? If you operate cross-border, you’ll already understand both the opportunities and the challenges this presents. On one hand, establishing a presence south of the border means rapid entry into a…
View moreBlog18th May 2026
The 2024 Autumn Budget introduced a fundamental shift to Inheritance Tax on pensions. From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and pension death benefits will be included in the value of an individual’s estate for IHT purposes. This marks a significant departure from the current position where pensions have typically…
View moreBlog29th Apr 2026
An HMRC VAT audit, also known as a VAT inspection or VAT visit, can be time‑consuming, disruptive, and stressful if your business is unprepared. However, with the right understanding, preparation and controls in place, most VAT audits can be managed smoothly,…
View moreBlog29th Apr 2026
The UK’s industrial landscape continues to evolve at pace, making it attractive for trade players expanding their geographical reach, service offerings competing with PE, and growth funding platforms seeking expansion via strategic bolt-ons. Each of these raises the question: Why…
By Callum Gray
View moreBlog28th Apr 2026
In the fast-moving economy that is the legal sector, accurate and relevant data for your decision-making is key. But many firms are still relying on outdated benchmarks, gut instinct, or fragmented insights. That makes it harder to stay competitive, control…
By Joel Topham
View moreBlog27th Apr 2026
The desk of the CFO is a strange and wonderful place, akin to Mary Poppins’ bag, but in a growing business, it’s also where the question “are we ready for what’s next?” gets answered every day. From compliance and audit through to funding…
View moreBlog17th Apr 2026
The complex place of supply rules for services is an area that repeatedly creates issues in the Energy sector. Complex supply chains Offshore operations Multiple customer establishments Each of which can frequently lead to VAT being applied incorrectly. To try…
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