Accountancy Enterprise News
Changes to VAT on donations to charities
The government is consulting on new VAT relief for goods donated to charities for free use. Could this fix an unfair gap in current rules? Have your say by 21 July 2025.
A new
Read MoreIncome reporting threshold increased
The £3,000 reporting threshold for trading, property, and other income will simplify tax returns—300,000 people could be freed from filing. A digital alternative is also
Read MoreMandating the Payrolling of benefits in kind update
HMRC has delayed mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind by a year to April 2027, giving employers and software providers more time to prepare. Penalties will be eased in the
Read MoreReversal of requirement to report more detailed employee hours paid
The government has scrapped plans for detailed PAYE reporting of employee hours from April 2026, citing concerns over cost, complexity, and practicality. Employers will stick with
Read MoreHow to check employment status
HMRC’s CEST tool gets a revamp from 30 April 2025, with clearer questions and updated guidance to help users decide employment status for tax—plus stronger backing from
Read MoreFresh Ideas for Additional Revenue Streams
For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the core business keeps the lights on, but additional income streams can provide much-needed stability and growth. Whether
Read MoreHow to Increase Gross Profit Returns
Gross profit is one of the clearest indicators of how well your business is performing. It’s the money left after deducting the direct costs of producing goods or services from
Read MoreTax Diary June/July 2025
1 June 2025 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2024.
19 June 2025 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 June 2025. (If you pay your tax
Read MoreDefinition of R&D for tax purposes
When claiming tax relief or capital allowances on R&D, it’s crucial to ensure activities meet strict statutory definitions. Understanding Section 437 ITA and DTI guidelines is
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