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UK and Spain set to review Gibraltar tax residency agreement

The UK and Spain are set to review how residents and companies based in Gibraltar are treated for tax purposes in a bid to tackle tax avoidance, it has been announced. It comes after the Joint Coordinating Committee and Liaison Body met last month to discuss tax co-operation between the authorities of Spain and Gibraltar,

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HMRC unable to process “significant” number of 2020/21 tax returns due to SEISS reporting errors

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has been unable to process a “significant” number of 2020/21 Self Assessment tax returns due to Self Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) reporting errors, it has been warned. Self-employed business owners are reminded that the first, second and thirds grants should be reported properly or risk potential fines for non-compliance.

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What are the benefits of running a side business?

With the effects of the coronavirus pandemic leaving many people short on funding, some have turned to side businesses to provide them with extra funds to make up for their financial losses. Starting a side business while working full or even part-time can sound daunting and almost an impossible task. However, the benefits do outweigh

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Bank of England and CBI expect the biggest rise in economy for decades

Both the Bank of England and the UK’s leading business members’ organisation believe the economy is set to take off after the vaccine bump. GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is expected to rise sharply in the second quarter as lockdown eases. Bank economists say this is a result of the vaccine rollout and the fastest predicted

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Beware of the HMRC scammers, but ignoring calls can be costly

There are many problems associated with the pandemic, apart from the obvious one of the illness caused by the virus itself. Conmen and scammers have taken advantage of the situation, bombarding people and businesses with bogus claims about tax owed in the hope that just a few respond. For businesses, the accountant is the first

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Carry back scheme brings welcome relief for business

For many businesses, the pandemic has turned the world on its head, with many who might have expected to be profitable experiencing a loss. Sometimes losses happen simply because the business is very new, or because costs have unexpectedly risen. However, COVID-19 has thrown another dimension into the mix, seeing thousands of companies fail to

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Make sure to include SEISS grants on your next tax returns

People who enrolled in the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) have been reminded that they must include income from their grants on tax returns to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), as it is subject to Income Tax and National Insurance. They should liaise with their accountants so an accurate return can be sent to HMRC,

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New recommendations in sweeping CGT review

The second part of a sweeping review of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) has been published with 14 key recommendations. In July 2020, the Chancellor asked the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) to carry out a review, to “identify opportunities relating to administrative and technical issues as well as areas where the present rules can distort

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Tax saving strategies for landlords

Putting together an efficient tax strategy should be a no-brainer for buy-to-let landlords seeking to maximise their income. It may not be quite as glamorous as hunting down the perfect property, but when it comes to saving cash, it can make a huge difference to your bottom line. There are several ways you can reduce

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Blog

What is RTI for Payroll?

Whether you employ one worker or one thousand, Real Time Information (RTI) for payroll helps businesses stay on top of compliance and ensures employees pay the correct amount of tax. But despite launching in 2013, some businesses still do not fully understand how to use the RTI system – potentially resulting in fines and penalties.

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Less than one month left to apply to SME Brexit Support Fund, businesses reminded

There is less than one month remaining to claim grant funding through the SME Brexit Support Fund, businesses have been reminded. The initiative – which helps new and established businesses adapt to post-Brexit importing and exporting processes – will close to new applications on 30 June 2021. If you need help trading overseas, here’s what

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Now is the time to prepare details of your taxable benefits

The last tax year has not long ended, but now is the time to think about how you report taxable benefits provided to your employees. On the horizon there is the all important P11D deadline looming, which may require some employers to report taxable benefits provided in the last year to HM Revenue & Customs

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