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Blog22nd Nov 2023

How you can stay ahead of the largest-ever minimum wage rise

No doubt you will have already heard the announcement to increase the National Living Wage (NLW) to £11.44 per hour, amounting to an uplift of almost 10%. This comes after the Government confirmed their acceptance of the recommendations made by…

By Rachel Coupland

Blog22nd Nov 2023

What happens if I can’t pay my Bounce Back Loan?

What is a Bounce Back Loan? The Bounce Back Loan Scheme (‘BBLS’) was introduced by the Government during the Coronavirus pandemic, with the purpose of helping sole traders and small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) to survive the financial effects…

By Steven Rodden

Blog21st Nov 2023

Autumn Statement- What Changes Can We Expect?

A lot can change in a year – and after the 2022 Autumn Statement promised wide ranging tax cuts, only for many of the key measures to be swiftly reversed, 2023 could well grab fewer headlines in comparison.  Having said…

By Tom Andrew

Blog16th Nov 2023

4 compliance considerations to make before working in Norway

Norway continues to be an attractive place for companies in the UK to seek opportunities because of it’s proximity and strong ties with the UK business community. There’s a number of reasons companies and their employees land in Norway. Norway…

By Gillian Forrest

Blog13th Nov 2023

Can You Avoid Paying A Lump Sum Of Tax On The 31st January?

If you file your Self-Assessment tax return with HMRC by 30 December, you may be able to have any tax you owe for 2023 collected by a restriction in your tax code for the next tax year commencing on 6…

By Bev Holroyd

Blog10th Nov 2023

Furnished Holiday Lets – Qualifying Conditions & Elections

To gain the tax advantages of a Furnished Holiday Let (FHL), the property must qualify, and HMRC have a series of qualifying conditions which must be met. If the criteria is still not met, the property will be treated as…

Blog8th Nov 2023

5 ways to create an effective and high performing team

If you were asked to think about team effectiveness or a high performing team, one that appears to consistently outperform expectation and work as one pure cohesive unit, what do you think of and why? For me, I instantly think…

Blog2nd Nov 2023

Personal Power- Unlocking your full potential

It was Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company, who is often attributed to the quote “whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right”. It is a succinct yet powerful reminder of the effect that…

Blog1st Nov 2023

How Can You Help Mitigate Stress in Your Workplace?

Every year, the International Stress Management Association (ISMAUK) runs a campaign to raise awareness of stress around the world and improve the ways in which stress is managed in the workplace and in our personal lives.   Stress is the…

By Rachel Coupland

Blog24th Oct 2023

Should Organisations Be Forcing A Return To The Office?

Over the last three years, remote and hybrid working have reshaped workplace norms and given employees increased power with regards to flexibility and where they work. A recent report published by CIPD highlights that 83% of organisations have a form…

Blog23rd Oct 2023

Importance of Financial Projections: Know Your Numbers

In the ever-changing landscape of the UK economy, business owners face a multitude of challenges that demand foresight, strategy, and adaptability in order to maintain success.  One of the most valuable tools that savvy business owners can utilise to tackle…

By Calum Forrester

Blog19th Oct 2023

SNP Tax Rises: What Could the Future Hold for Scottish Taxes?

The Programme for Government published on 5 September by the Scottish Government has promised to deliver “the most progressive tax system in the UK.” This has led many to speculate about potential SNP tax rises in the next Scottish Budget.…

By Jill Walker