by Gareth Thomas | Jul 6, 2026 | Business
One of the most popular sessions at the Business Improvement Summit had Victoria Brown of High Performance Consultancy telling us about the massive changes to Employment Law this spring. We had so much positive feedback that we asked Victoria to write an article for...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 1, 2026 | Accounting, Business, Employment, Taxes
If you’re a UK business owner with employees, there’s a valuable tax relief you might be missing out on. The Employment Allowance allows eligible employers to reduce their employer National Insurance bill by up to £10,500 for the 2026/27 tax year. For many small...
by Gareth Thomas | Oct 13, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Employment, National Insurance, Taxes
Your tax code might look like a random mix of numbers and letters, but it plays a crucial role in making sure you pay the right amount of tax under PAYE. If it’s wrong, you could be paying too much — or too little — tax. Let’s break down how tax codes work, what the...
by Gareth Thomas | Sep 12, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Employment, Taxes
Taking on seasonal or temporary staff to cover busy periods can be a smart move for your business. But even if they’re only working with you for a short time, you might still have auto-enrolment duties when it comes to pensions. Let’s break down what you need to do —...
by Gareth Thomas | Jul 14, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Employment, Taxes
Looking to support your team’s wellbeing without triggering a tax bill? Good news—HMRC allows employers to offer certain health and welfare benefits tax-free. These perks don’t just help your staff feel valued and supported—they’re also cost-effective for your...
by Gareth Thomas | May 14, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Taxes
If your business provided any taxable expenses or benefits to employees in the 2024/25 tax year, it’s now time to meet your reporting obligations. Whether you’ve been payrolling benefits or using traditional P11Ds, HMRC still expects accurate, timely submissions—and...
by Gareth Thomas | Mar 6, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Taxes
Thinking of starting your own business? Going it alone as a sole trader is one of the easiest ways to get up and running—but before you jump in, there are a few important things to consider. From registering with HMRC to understanding tax and National Insurance,...
