Category Archive Tax

How businesses can navigate and avoid tax disputes with HMRC

August 1, 2023 Comments Off on How businesses can navigate and avoid tax disputes with HMRC By Joshua Leigh & Co

Tax disputes can be a significant drain on resources for any business, and with recent data suggesting that over 60 per cent of businesses are currently embroiled in a tax dispute with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that has lasted more than a year, this is clearly a widespread issue.  

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Beneficiaries could see inherited pensions taxed as new proposals by HMRC are published

July 27, 2023 Comments Off on Beneficiaries could see inherited pensions taxed as new proposals by HMRC are published By Joshua Leigh & Co

Currently, if someone dies before the age of 75, their pension can be drawn out by beneficiaries’ tax-free, as it is exempt from Inheritance Tax and Income Tax if it is under the Lifetime Allowance (LTA).

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Research and Development Tax Relief Changes

July 26, 2023 Comments Off on Research and Development Tax Relief Changes By Joshua Leigh & Co

The Government has recently updated some elements of the Research and Development (R&D) tax relief application process.

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Exit strategies – What should you consider for when the time comes?

July 6, 2023 Comments Off on Exit strategies – What should you consider for when the time comes? By Joshua Leigh & Co

Exiting a business is a significant milestone for any entrepreneur or business owner.

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Are you aware of the Government’s Marriage Allowance?

July 5, 2023 Comments Off on Are you aware of the Government’s Marriage Allowance? By Joshua Leigh & Co

As of February 2023, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) estimated that over two million people are unaware of the Marriage Allowance tax relief which could save them up to £252 a year.

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The importance for businesses of avoiding tax fraud

June 21, 2023 Comments Off on The importance for businesses of avoiding tax fraud By Joshua Leigh & Co

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently announced that it plans to boost its use of Code of Practice 9 (COP9), a legal mechanism used to handle suspected tax fraud cases.  

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HMRC issues extension to deadline for voluntary National Insurance contributions

June 15, 2023 Comments Off on HMRC issues extension to deadline for voluntary National Insurance contributions By Joshua Leigh & Co

The Government has recently announced an extension to the deadline for individuals to pay voluntary National Insurance contributions (NICs), in a move that will benefit thousands of people across the country.  

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Hybrid company cars: What do you need to know?

June 14, 2023 Comments Off on Hybrid company cars: What do you need to know? By Joshua Leigh & Co

With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars set to cease in 2030 and rising fuel costs, the demand for hybrid and electric cars is on the rise.

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Self-Assessment tax returns threshold to change for 2023-2024 tax year

June 2, 2023 Comments Off on Self-Assessment tax returns threshold to change for 2023-2024 tax year By Joshua Leigh & Co

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has revealed plans to increase an individual’s income threshold before being required to submit a self-assessment tax return.  

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Quarterly VAT return and payment deadline approaching

May 10, 2023 Comments Off on Quarterly VAT return and payment deadline approaching By Joshua Leigh & Co

Most businesses in the UK will need to submit VAT returns and payments every three months, with strict deadlines for these submissions set in place by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  

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