Furlough Extension Announced

Furlough Extension Announced

The weekend brought the announcement that a four week period of restrictions will start in England on Thursday. As part of the supporting measures, the Job Retention Scheme will be extended throughout the UK in November. Broadly this will operate on the same basis as...
Covid Restrictions Business Support Scheme (Northern Ireland)

Covid Restrictions Business Support Scheme (Northern Ireland)

The Stormont Executive announced a new financial support scheme aimed at businesses impacted by lockdowns but not covered in previous funding schemes. The Covid Restrictions Business Support Scheme (CRBSS) – which will open shortly – will support businesses which meet...
Welcome Updates to the Job Support Scheme

Welcome Updates to the Job Support Scheme

The Chancellor has significantly expanded the Job Support Scheme after objections from businesses, particularly those in areas under restrictions (including Northern Ireland) that they are facing massively reduced demand but less support from the government. Under the...
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme

Self-Employment Income Support Scheme

The deadline for the second grant of the Self-Employment Scheme is 19th October, those who have yet to make their submission should do so urgently. In delivering his Winter Economic Statement on 24 September, the Chancellor announced a welcome extension to this...
Time to Talk Inheritance Tax Planning 

Time to Talk Inheritance Tax Planning 

Are your tax affairs in order, have you minimized your Inheritance Tax liability and ensured your family knows your wishes? In these uncertain times, people should be looking to the future which includes thinking about health insurance, life insurance, pensions and...