A new consultation paper from the Government has set out how Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) payments could move to a more regular, in-year footing. The new proposals, which formed part of the latest Tax Update, follow on from recommendations … Continue reading →

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are a core part of business growth and resilience. Done well, the acquiring business benefits from a new market and the other company gets access to additional resources and support. Government data has shown changes in … Continue reading →

You are likely aware of the upcoming inclusion of unspent pension pots for Inheritance Tax (IHT) calculations from 6 April 2027. This has sparked a wave of interest in finding alternative ways to save for the future. While it might … Continue reading →

With more than 2,400 businesses now operating through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure, this has become a mainstream option for business owners thinking about succession and exit. The tax benefits that helped drive that growth have recently changed, but … Continue reading →

The Government has revised its plans for mandatory payrolling of Benefits in Kind (BiK), introducing a phased approach that splits the rollout across two years. The timetable has already shifted once, with the original April 2026 start date having been … Continue reading →