Insights

Eimear Brown in Conversation

Eimear Brown in Conversation

To mark International Women's Day, Eimear Brown, Head of Audit tells us about her career journey, inspirations and shares some advice. What inspired you to pursue a career in accountancy? I always really enjoyed maths and business studies at school, so pursuing a...

A Bland Budget in an Election Year

A Bland Budget in an Election Year

By Neil Armstrong, Tax Director The Spring Statement showed a government with few options for delivering its supposed long path to lower tax, with minimalistic tax cuts that focused on individuals rather than businesses. The economic context has precluded Chancellor...

National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Increases

National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Increases

April 2024 sees the National Living Wage increase to £11.44. This increase was based on recommendations made to the Government by the Low Pay Commission and is the largest ever cash increase to the minimum wage. When, in previous years, the NLW applied to those aged...

Tax Planning Prior to Year End

Tax Planning Prior to Year End

With the end of the tax year approaching, it is critical to make the most out of opportunities to maximise your reliefs and allowances. The personal allowance for the 2023/24 tax year is £12,570 with the next £37,700 taxed at the basic rate of 20% (8.75% for dividend...

HR Voice in the Boardroom is Business Critical

HR Voice in the Boardroom is Business Critical

By Donal Laverty, Consulting Partner  HR leaders make up a surprisingly tiny percentage of all boards. With talent, culture, and compensation issues dominating attention, this needs to change. “Our people are our greatest asset” - while something of a cliché, it is...

Balancing the Books of Love on Valentine’s Day

Balancing the Books of Love on Valentine’s Day

If you're feeling the love this Valentine’s Day, there might be some tax benefits to keep in mind. In terms of Inheritance Tax, certain gifts made in connection with marriage or civil partnership may be exempt from taxation. These include: The initial £5,000 of a gift...

Tax: The Not-So-Glamorous Role of the Influencer

Tax: The Not-So-Glamorous Role of the Influencer

‘A Day in the Life’, ‘Get Ready with Me’ and ‘What I Eat in a Day” are phrases now synonymous with the world of social media influencing. Whether your interest be in sport, gaming, beauty or lifestyle, a few minutes on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube will gather a host...

Changes to Reporting Requirements for Small Companies

Changes to Reporting Requirements for Small Companies

Under new rules in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, small companies will have to file a profit and loss account as well as a directors’ report and prepare annual accounts in accordance with section 396 CA 2006. These changes will ensure that key...

2024: Looking Ahead With Cautious Optimism

2024: Looking Ahead With Cautious Optimism

The New Year is the perfect time to reflect on what your business has achieved, reassess your financial strategy and plan for the year ahead. After years of uncertainty and economic instability, our team is looking forward with optimism. Here, we share our advice on...

Avoid an Unexpected Tax Bill This Christmas

Avoid an Unexpected Tax Bill This Christmas

By Julie Hamilton, Tax Manager  As we approach the end of the year, employers are considering how they will recognise and reward their staff this Christmas. Be it a team night out or a gift, showing appreciation to your employees is an important gesture, and goes a...

See how we can help you

You are welcome to make full use of the free online services on this site. You will find hundreds of pages of up-to-date information and advice to help you with your business development, personal finances and tax planning.