Blog30th Jul 2024Voluntary and compulsory strike-off – a comparisonStriking off a limited company refers to the process of removing the company from the register at Companies House. Following the strike-off, the company ceases to exist. However, some measures can be taken to restore a company to the register…By Phil DunnView more
Blog29th Jul 2024HMRC Nudge Letter Campaign Targets Persons with Significant ControlAs part of the latest HM Revenue & Customs (‘HMRC’) nudge letter campaign, HMRC have once again cross-referenced Companies House records to Self-Assessment Tax Returns and are writing to anyone they believe to be a Person with Significant Control (‘PSCs’) asking them…By Michaela McCombieView more
Blog29th Jul 2024Inheritance Tax- (IHT) Will Labour Make Changes?Following Labour’s win at the 2024 General Election, there has been speculation that changes may be made to the current Inheritance Tax (IHT) regime in order to generate more tax revenue. Labour’s plans for Inheritance Tax have not been confirmed,…By Alex ThomsonView more
Blog26th Jul 2024Will You Be Caught By HMRC Trying To Bridge A £40 Billion Tax Gap?Whether it’s a knock on the door, a phone call or a letter with the tell-tale HMRC logo, there’s little that will strike more fear into the heart of any individual or business owner than an unexpected enquiry from HM…By Stuart PetrieView more
Blog25th Jul 2024A Guide to Understanding Norwegian Tax Assessment NoticesFollowing submission of a 2023 Norwegian tax return for individuals under the general taxation scheme once processed by Skatteetaten (the Norwegian tax office), a Tax Assessment Notice (TAN) will be issued showing the final position for the year. The Norwegian…By Carol SimView more
Blog23rd Jul 2024HMRC Disclosures- Prompted vs Unprompted And Why Does It MatterWhen it comes to completing Tax Returns, mistakes can and do happen. According to HMRC, this is especially the case with certain types of income, for example overseas or self-employed sources. Not just mistakes either, but a simple lack of…By Seamus McElvannaView more
Blog22nd Jul 2024Neuroinclusive Workplaces: 3 Steps To CreateJuly marks Disability Pride Month. With the well-being of employees high on the agenda for organisations, it’s becoming increasingly important to build and create neuroinclusive workplaces for your team to thrive. As we celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, it’s…By Ailsa SmillieView more
Blog22nd Jul 20245 Benefits of Family Investment CompaniesIn recent years, “Family Investment Companies” (FICs) have become more widely used in family tax planning exercises. However, they are not a new structure by any means – in fact our oldest FIC client is over 100 years old! FICs…By Tom AndrewView more
Blog17th Jul 2024USALI in Hotel Accounting: What is new in Edition 12?Last week marked the publication of the 12th edition of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). In this blog, we’ll look at what changes were made, and how they could affect you and your hotel business.…By J’aininne SinclairView more
Blog16th Jul 2024Will a 4 year tax residence amnesty attract Overseas Investors to help Labour’s plans for Economic Growth?Labour may look to introduce a 4 year tax residence amnesty to attract overseas investors to help them with their plans for economic growth. So, what does that mean? Foreign Investors – Who, what and where One of the recognised…By Lynn Gracie and Carol EdwardsView more
Blog10th Jul 2024PAYE & Non-Executive DirectorsDelving into the realm of PAYE (Pay As You Earn) for non-executive directors presents a landscape of unique challenges and considerations. In this guide, AAB sheds light on the intricacies of PAYE as it pertains to non-executive directors. From understanding…By Niamh McKennaView more
Blog9th Jul 2024What Does The Historic Election Result Mean For Your Business?This year has been the year of political changes, and we’re only seven months in. No matter where you’re based, it’s likely the changing political landscape will impact your business. In Northern Ireland we saw the return of the Assembly…By James RichardsonView more