The government’s productivity plan has been described as a “vague collection of existing policies” by the Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS)Committee. The committee has questioned… Read More »Government productivity plan lacks focus
The government has introduced a range of measures aimed at removing barriers that may be stopping people from being able to access their pensions. In… Read More »Pension freedom barriers to be removed
What’s the most tax-efficient way to pay yourself in 2016/17? Owner-managers and contractors often pay themselves in a combination of salaries, bonuses and dividends. A… Read More »Salary or dividend?
A guide to understanding the terms residence and domicile as well as their legal and tax implications. A large part of a person’s legal identity… Read More »Residence and domicile
With 5 April fast approaching we consider some of the ways you might act now to reduce your current year’s tax liability. Contact us now… Read More »Year-End Tax Guide 2015/16
Employers may be missing out on the best skilled workers due to not offering flexible working. A report by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation argues that… Read More »Lack of flexible working hampers employers
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will be given the power to cap “excessive” early exit fees on pension pots. The new FCA responsibility will be… Read More »Early pension exit fees capped
HMRC has launched a digital accounts system for businesses and individual taxpayers. The new system will allow people to see their tax details and make… Read More »Digital tax accounts to replace annual tax return
The system of employee benefits and taxes for those who travel for the purposes of work is undergoing change. Every day the roads and railways… Read More »Travel and subsistence: a changing framework
A look at the strategies available to companies that are looking to minimise their corporation tax bill. The UK has one of the lowest rates… Read More »Minimising corporation tax in 2016