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The Autumn Budget 2024 introduces increased employer NICs, CGT rate hikes, and Stamp Duty surcharges, impacting small businesses, contractors, and property investors. With expanded Employment Allowance and a commitment to digital tax compliance, these changes aim to boost public funding while posing new financial considerations for UK businesses and investors.

The October 2024 Budget, Labour’s first, may include significant changes such as raising Capital Gains Tax, adjusting Business Asset Disposal Relief, increasing Inheritance Tax rates, and altering pension tax relief. These measures aim to address the budget deficit while avoiding increases in working taxes, reflecting Labour’s fiscal priorities.

The upcoming VAT on private school fees, set to start in January 2025, will increase costs for families and could lead to shifts in school enrollment. This change is part of a broader effort to raise revenue and promote educational equality. The impact on private schools, state education, and financial aid remains a key point of discussion as the details of the legislation continue to unfold.

ISAs (Individual Savings Accounts) in the UK offer tax-free savings and investment opportunities, with annual limits of £20,000 in the 2024/25 tax year. Options include Cash ISAs, Stocks and Shares ISAs, and Lifetime ISAs, each catering to different savings goals and risk preferences.

The 2024 King’s Speech outlined the Labour government’s plans under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, focusing on economic stability, clean energy, public health, and border security. Key measures include VAT on private school fees, nationalisation of railways and energy, and new housing and immigration policies, introducing 40 new bills.

Discover the benefits of voluntary VAT registration, from reclaiming VAT on business expenses to enhancing your company’s credibility. Learn how to navigate different VAT schemes and streamline compliance with expert guidance from Sherwin Currid.

With the General Election taking place this week, contractors will be keeping a keen eye on the election campaign coverage to see how their finances will be affected. If you are a contractor, it is vital to know which parties have made pledges that may affect your work.

Cloud accounting software can help small business owners and contractors easily manage their finances. This blog details what cloud accounting is and how it can help you to improve your business.

Starting a business as a sole trader comes with many advantages, but it also means that you are personally responsible for your business’s finances. One of these responsibilities includes registering for VAT if your turnover exceeds the threshold set by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

We have summarised the general election tax policies that parties have outlined in their campaigns so you can look out for potential changes.

With the deadline for P11D approaching it is important for employers to know the essential details about P11D forms and benefit in kind.

The 2024 UK Budget was announced on Wednesday, 6th March by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. It outlines the government’s spending plans, UK tax policies, and economic goals for the coming year as well as introducing changes to existing legislation. In this blog, we will discuss the key points from the 2024 Budget.