HMRC has published draft guidance on the new statutory exemption for trivial employer-provided benefits in kind. The new regime will see an employer to employee benefit in kind exempt from tax according to newly specified conditions
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Capital Allowances, capital gains tax, HM Revenue & Customs, P11d, Payroll, Tax Tips
Getting ready for end of tax year
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Mar
Mar
We are almost in April and that means one thing, end of the current tax year is approaching. So how can you be getting ready for the end of the tax year? There are a few things to consider over the coming week as the last day of the current tax year is 5th April […]
20
Jul
Jul
Are you a business that operates your own payroll? Do you want to be involved with paying your staff or is it because you do not want to incur payroll fees? How do you get payroll right for your small business? Do you rely entirely on the software? Or the HMRC Basics Tools? Do you […]
Business Tips, Employee Benefits, Myers Clark Updates, Payroll
How not to lose your staff to your competitors?
19
Jan
Jan
It seems that every week in the news we are hearing about staff shortages in the UK and when we speak to you about this many of you are confirming the same. So, how do you retain your staff. According to the BBC the shortage has been aggravated by the fact that 400,000 people have […]
HM Revenue & Customs, National Insurance, News, Payroll, Personal Tax
Introduction of the new Health & Social Care Levy and how it works
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Sep
Sep
Last week saw the introduction of the new health and social care Levy. Whilst this came as a surprise to many it was not all that unexpected. The UK with its aging population has over many years debated on how to deal with the rising cost of social care. It took the pandemic (and the […]
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The 60% Tax Rate Club
Earning a six-figure salary is often something people celebrate, however, not everyone realises that this means you join exclusive “60% tax rate” club.
27
Nov
Nov
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented her highly anticipated second Budget to Parliament yesterday. After the 2024 tax measures, the government was hopeful that broad tax increases would not be necessary in 2025. However, due to ongoing economic challenges, despite a short-term growth upgrade from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), tax increases proved unavoidable. Let’s take […]
Corporation Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Tips
Salary vs Dividends: What’s the Best Way to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner now.
03
Jun
Jun
The long-standing question of whether to take income as a salary, dividends, or a mix of both has become more complex with recent tax changes introduced for the 2025–26 financial year. The changes announced in the Autumn Budget has now changed the mix a bit. So, what’s the best way to pay yourself as a […]
Corporation Tax, Employee Benefits, P11d, Tax Planning, Tax Tips, Uncategorized
Leasing v. Hire Purchase
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May
May
Many businesses use vehicles, and as you begin to explore your options, two terms frequently arise: leasing and hire purchase. While they may sound similar, there are key differences between them, particularly regarding ownership, costs, and flexibility. So let’s explore the question Lease v. Hire Purchase. Leasing Leasing a car is similar to renting, but […]
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Apr
Apr
Tax often receives a negative perception, but it shouldn’t. It’s about understanding the tax rules and systems and using them to your best advantage. So, what do mean by tax planning? Business Tax Planning Effective tax planning is important for your business if you are aiming to maximise profits, ensure compliance, and prepare for sustainable […]