Importing goods from non-EU countries?
Businesses that are importing goods need to be aware of the many special rules that apply. Whilst most smaller businesses importing goods will use a courier or freight forwarder, it is still important
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Could you qualify for NIC Carer’s credits?
Carer’s credit is a national insurance credit that can help carers to fill gaps in their national insurance record. Carers who don’t qualify for Carer’s allowance, may qualify for Carer’s credit. This
Equipment you buy for your job
Employees who use their own money to buy things they need for their job can sometimes claim tax relief for the associated costs. It is usually only possible to claim tax relief for the cost of items
Final reminder to submit P11D forms
Employers are reminded that the deadline for submitting the 2017-18 forms P11D, P11D(b) and P9D, is 6 July 2018. P11D forms are used to provide information to HMRC on all Benefits in Kind (BiKs),
Check if company is in liquidation
There are a number of way you can check if a company is in liquidation. This can include looking on the Companies House register. Companies House is responsible for maintaining a register of company
Plumber wins landmark gig economy case
The Supreme Court has upheld the Court of Appeal's decision and confirmed that a plumber who was classed as self-employed was actually a 'worker'. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal by Pimlico
Payment deadlines for VAT Annual Accounting Scheme
The VAT annual accounting scheme is open to most businesses with a turnover of up to £1.35m per year. Businesses that use the scheme are only required to file one VAT return at the end of each year.
Is the email really from HMRC?
HMRC continues to warn taxpayers to be aware of email phishing scams. Phishing emails are used by fraudsters to access recipients’ valuable personal details, such as usernames and passwords. Whilst
Self-assessment second instalment due end of July
Taxpayers that make payments on account should be aware that the second payment on account for 2017-18 is due on or before 31 July 2018. The amount due for payment is usually the same as the first
M&S lose expensive VAT case
The First-Tier Tribunal recently heard an appeal that considered the correct VAT treatment of a promotional offer by the retailer, Marks and Spencer (M&S). The issue concerned a frequently run