Business Asset Disposal Relief – tax increase from April 2026
April 2, 2026
The tax rate for Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) will increase to 18% (from 14%) on 6 April 2026. BADR offers a...
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Action to reduce cost of living pressures
April 2, 2026
The Chancellor has set out a package of measures aimed at reducing cost of living pressures for households and at the...
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Employment ‘guidelines’ in handbooks can be legally binding
March 30, 2026
The Court of Appeal (CoA) has upheld a High Court ruling, emphasising that mandatory language in collectively bargained...
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Income from spare capacity
March 30, 2026
Many businesses have spare capacity that could generate additional income with relatively little additional cost. Spare...
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Managing stock turnover
March 30, 2026
Stock turnover management is one of the most important drivers of business profitability, cash flow strength and...
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Employing young people in your business
March 26, 2026
When a new employee joins your payroll, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of their rights and...
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The 7-year gift rule is still available
March 26, 2026
The 7-year gift rule is still an available option for those making lifetime gifts, offering a way to potentially reduce...
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Rolling over capital gains
March 26, 2026
Rolling over capital gains can be an effective way for business owners to defer Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when selling or...
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Could you claim the Marriage Allowance
March 26, 2026
The Marriage Allowance applies to married couples and civil partners where one partner does not pay Income Tax, usually...
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