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Quitting the regular 9 to 5 to pursue a career as an influencer has never been more popular. Influencers are a new type of entrepreneur that have collectively constructed a lucrative career from what was once a hobby. While the market may be saturated, it shows no...

With the aim of reducing complexity and reporting requirements, company size monetary thresholds are set to be reduced, with legislation planned to be laid this summer. The intention is that companies will benefit from the changes for financial years that start on or...

By Donal Laverty, Consulting Partner  It’s been said that an effective organisation is a community of human beings, not a collection of human resources. This has never been truer than now. When once there was a mechanistic element to operating a business or large...

Following two quickfire changes in National Insurance rates and as the impending change to the minimum wage approaches, it has never been more important for business owners to be on top of their payroll. In February 2024, over 500 companies were named by HMRC for not...

By Claire Mateer, Restructuring & Insolvency Manager  Debt is an unavoidable fact of life. Whether it is in a personal capacity or through management of a business, almost all of us will encounter debt at one stage of our lives or another.   The average person...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

‘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...