Pension changes from April 2011
From 6 April 2011, tax relief for pension contributions is restricted. This new provision has an interesting history. The last government announced that tax relief… Read More »Pension changes from April 2011
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Are you feeling down about the economic outlook for 2011?
Are you feeling down about the economic outlook for 2011? You could be excused for feeling a little nervous at the very least, because daily… Read More »Are you feeling down about the economic outlook for 2011?
Reducing CGT exposure
Couples with sizeable assets such as property or shares might consider joint ownership where the asset is likely to result in a capital gain. This… Read More »Reducing CGT exposure
New cap for tax relief on pensions
The amount that people can add to their pension funds on which they can receive tax relief is to be reduced, the Treasury has confirmed.… Read More »New cap for tax relief on pensions
Taxpayers under attack (again)
The recent announcement by the Government that the Treasury is to target a further 10,000 high net worth individuals for tax investigation represents another stage… Read More »Taxpayers under attack (again)
Drop in time-to-pay agreements
There has been a noted fall in the numbers of agreements made between HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and firms under the Business Payment Support… Read More »Drop in time-to-pay agreements
Tax reliefs under the spotlight
The Government is looking at cutting down on the number of reliefs and allowances available under the current tax system. The Office of Tax Simplification… Read More »Tax reliefs under the spotlight
Holiday Lets Tax Relief
Landlords who let out holiday properties both in the UK and European Economic Area need to thank the Chancellor for an unexpected and welcome tax… Read More »Holiday Lets Tax Relief
£50,000 start up tax holiday is perfect tonic
Manchester accountants Jack Ross say Government plans to make new start up firms in the regions exempt from National Insurance will be a real shot… Read More »£50,000 start up tax holiday is perfect tonic