Why Protecting Intellectual Property is Important
Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary works, designs, brand names, and artistic outputs. Whether you are a business owner,
Just because an employee is a lawful resident of the UK does not give them the right to work
A restaurant in Middlesborough recently challenged a civil penalty notice of £15,000 issued by the Secretary of State for the Home Department under Section 15 of the Immigration
Scottish Budget Statement 2025-26
Scotland’s 2024 Budget delivers on public priorities with investments in services, poverty reduction, and economic growth. Tax rates stay frozen, but bands shift to protect low
No tax changes for online sellers
Selling online? From 2024, digital platforms must report your information to HMRC if sales exceed £1,700 or 30 goods a year. Casual sellers are exempt, but regular traders may need
Self-assessment scam warning
Scammers are on the rise as the Self-Assessment deadline nears! HMRC warns that HMRC never emails or texts about tax refunds. Stay alert, report suspicious contacts, and protect
IHT nil rate band reduction for large estates
Married couples and civil partners may be able to pass on up to £1 million of their estate tax-free with the Residence Nil Rate Band. Claiming this transferable allowance could
Are you eligible to claim the Marriage Allowance?
Could you save up to £1,260 in tax this year? If one of you earns less than £12,570, the Marriage Allowance lets couples transfer unused personal allowances. Don't miss out on this
Could you claim R&D relief?
From April 2024, UK businesses can access enhanced R&D tax relief through the merged RDEC and new ERIS schemes. With generous deductions and credits for R&D-intensive
Government Unlocks Success for Small Businesses
Small businesses across the UK can now access streamlined support and advice through the newly launched Business Growth Service, designed to simplify and enhance the way SMEs
Launch Your Dream Business: 10 Must-Know Steps
Starting your own business is exciting but can be overwhelming if you’re not prepared. To help you navigate the journey, we’ve compiled a list of 10 key considerations that will
How to interpret your tax code
The letters in your tax code indicate whether you are entitled to the annual tax-free personal allowance. These codes are updated each year and help employers calculate how much
Apply for or locate a National Insurance number
If you have lost or forgotten your National Insurance number, there are several ways to retrieve it.
You can find your National Insurance number:
On a document you already