Blog12th Mar 2025Is your organisation ready for the future of work?The world of work is shifting faster than ever. Economic uncertainty, rapid technological advancements, and changing employee expectations are reshaping the way businesses operate. Talent shortages, the rise of AI, and evolving workforce demands mean organisations must be more adaptable,…By Anna PhippsView more
Blog5th Mar 2025Are You Prepared For The Changes Coming To Making Tax Digital (MTD)?From 6 April 2026 Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment will become mandatory for self-employed individuals and landlords with income from these sources in excess of £50,000. From 6 April 2027, this will be extended to apply where…By Seamus McElvanna and Tracy DicksonView more
Blog5th Mar 2025Cash is King’ but is Working Capital Queen in a Family BusinessWhat is Working Capital? Working capital is the capital of a business, which is used in it’s day-to-day trading operations, calculated as the current assets minus the current liabilities. Current assets are held for a short period of time and…By Sarah-Jane MurphyView more
Blog3rd Mar 2025Succession Planning: Securing Your Family Business’s FutureFailure to implement a succession plan is one of the main reasons why so few family businesses survive, future generations. The combination of the evolving volatile economic implications of the Ukraine War, post recent UK and USA elections and post…By Feargal McCormackView more
Blog27th Feb 2025Looking to maximise tax relief? Top up your pension before 5 AprilThe tax year end brings all forms of tax planning into sharp focus, particularly maximising pension contributions to ensure available allowances are fully utilised and any unused allowances are not lost after 6th April. Any financial advisor will tell you…By Lynn Gracie and Paul HallidayView more
Blog13th Feb 2025A Guide to Selling Your Business: Maximising ValueAs a business owner, it is often second nature to prioritise the daily operations and achieving short-term goals. However, the more consideration and attention paid to succession proofing your business, the increased likelihood of achieving long-term success. Whether approaching retirement…By Callum GrayView more
Blog13th Feb 2025‘A’ is for- AI in HR: Friend or Foe?Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and HR is no exception. From streamlining recruitment to enhancing employee engagement, AI offers numerous benefits. However, it also raises concerns about bias, job displacement, and ethical considerations. In Northern Ireland, where employment…By Charlotte EakinView more
Blog12th Feb 2025US Tariff Changes: What UK Businesses Need to KnowThe new US Administration has introduced a series of new tariff changes that could have serious financial and operational consequences. A series of Executive Orders have been signed by President Donald Trump placing additional tariffs on not only several products…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog5th Feb 2025ESG Assurance: How Can It Create Value? Environmental, social and governance information is increasingly used by stakeholders in decision-making. As a result, the demand for broader assurance of this non-financial information is growing. In this blog, we explore why we need assurance, its objectives, how it…By Karen CoulterView more
Blog3rd Feb 2025FRS 102 Lease Accounting: A Guide To The Key ChangesOn 27 March 2024, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) issued significant amendments to FRS 102—the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. These changes won’t take effect until periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026 and you…By Alexandra Wheelan and Jordan TaylorView more
Blog1st Feb 2025Employment Law Changes: How HR Professionals Can Stay AheadAs HR professionals, we understand that staying ahead of legislative changes is crucial for maintaining compliant and effective workplace practices. The Employment Rights Bill, introduced by the Labour Government in October 2024, proposes significant reforms set to take effect in…By Vicky MadiganView more
Blog29th Jan 2025Loaning Employees Money: What Are The Tax Considerations?Sometimes, life throws unexpected challenges, as an employer when an employee is undergoing financial difficulties, you might feel the urge to step in and to support the team. So, the question might be “Can my company lend money to an…By Shane MartinView more