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Case study: How Rowleys helped a solicitors prepare for long-term success
8th June 2025
Client: Confidential – Midlands-based solicitor firm Sector: Legal/Professional Services Services provided: Restructuring advice, tax planning, and partnership support The challenge A long-established solicitor firm approached Rowleys seeking advice on how to future-proof their business. The partners recognised the need for...
Tax
Employment Related Securities (ERS): What you need to know before the 6 July deadline
3rd June 2025
If your business has employees, directors, or even subcontractors who have acquired shares, options, or other types of securities, you may need to submit an Employment Related Securities (ERS) return to HMRC. With the filing deadline of 6 July 2025...
Payroll
Payrolling benefits delayed to 2027: Why you should still act now
21st May 2025
Payrolling benefits delayed to 2027: Why you should still act now HMRC recently announced that payrolling employee benefits will now become mandatory from April 2027 instead of the originally proposed April 2026. While this delay may offer some breathing space...
Tax
Why inheritance tax (IHT) planning is more important than ever
15th May 2025
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) recently revealed that Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts reached an all-time high of £8.2 billion between April 2024 - March 2025, a significant increase of 10.8% compared to the previous year. This rise in IHT receipts...
General & People
Changes to company size and audit thresholds
30th April 2025
The long awaited changes to company size and audit thresholds has come in to effect for companies with a year end starting on or after 6 April 2025. The thresholds have not been changed since 2013 and the reasoning behind...
Payroll
Neonatal care leave and pay: What employers need to know
9th April 2025
From 6 April 2025, a new statutory right to neonatal care leave and pay will be introduced, expected to benefit around 60,000 working parents across the UK. This change will have significant implications for employers, who will need to ensure...
Medical
Red Flag Update – Important updates of GP practices
31st March 2025
ARE YOU MAXIMISING YOUR TAX SAVINGS FROM YOUR SURGERY PREMISES? GP Partners investing in the acquisition, extension, or refurbishment of surgery buildings have a valuable opportunity to generate significant tax relief by maximising available capital allowances. Click below to find...
Tax
The Spring Statement 2025
27th March 2025
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, held the Spring Statement on Wednesday 26 March 2025. In the run up to the event, the Chancellor stated that she ‘remains committed to one major fiscal event a year to give families and businesses...
Payroll
Why now is the perfect time to review your payroll processes
17th March 2025
With the new tax year just around the corner, businesses are facing several significant changes that could impact their payroll processes. From increases to the National Minimum Wage to adjustments in National Insurance Contributions, along with payrolling benefits becoming mandatory,...
Tax
2024/25 year end tax planning guide
13th March 2025
As the end of the 2024/25 tax year approaches, it’s important to review your financial position and take advantage of available tax reliefs before new rules take effect. In this guide, Rowleys’ Tax Team share some key areas to consider...
Tax
Tax changes for double cab pick-ups: What you need to do to prepare
7th March 2025
From April 2025, changes to the way double cab pick-up trucks are taxed will come into effect. With end-of-year tax planning underway, it's essential to understand how these changes could affect your tax liabilities and business investment decisions for the...
Payroll
Understanding the pay-related changes coming in 2025 and the impact on your business
6th February 2025
The latest Budget introduced significant changes affecting payroll costs for businesses, which are due to come into effect in April 2025. With increases to the National Living Wage and employer National Insurance Contributions employers need to understand how these updates...
Not For Profit
Trustees’ annual reports: The opportunities and benefits
15th January 2025
Trustees’ annual reports: The opportunities and benefits Trustees' annual reports are more than just legal obligations; they represent an opportunity for charities to engage with their key stakeholders and showcase their impact, transparency, and accountability. In this article Partner and...
Tax
Understanding tax exemptions for Christmas parties and trivial benefits
11th December 2024
As the holiday season approaches, many businesses are preparing to celebrate with festive parties and gifts. While these are a great way to reward your team, it’s important to be aware of the tax rules to ensure compliance and avoid...
Medical
GP Financial Snapshot 2024
3rd December 2024
The specialist Medical Team at Rowleys have launched the 2024 GP Financial Snapshot, a report that uses benchmarking data to provide insights into the financial position of a typical GP practice in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. The report combines our...
Tax
Rowleys’ Budget event highlights evolving business confidence
21st November 2024
On Monday 4th November, Rowleys hosted an insightful Budget event as part of the Leicester Business Festival, attended by over 60 businesses from across the East Midlands. This event came on the heels of the first Budget announced by the...
Payroll
Budget 2024: Key pay-related changes employers need to know
20th November 2024
The first Budget under the new Labour government has introduced significant changes impacting payroll and employee compensation. With new rates, thresholds, and expanded employer responsibilities, businesses will need to adapt. In this article Rowleys’ Payroll Manager, Rebecca Gotch, shares a...
Tax
Autumn Budget – October 2024
31st October 2024
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Budget on Wednesday 30 October 2024. She pledged to ‘invest, invest, invest’ to drive growth and ‘restore economic stability’. Billions in tax rises Ms Reeves said the Budget will raise £40 billion in taxes. Employers’...
Pensions
The impact of reducing interest rates on pension schemes
22nd October 2024
With recent discussions about the European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BoE) cutting interest rates, pension schemes, particularly defined benefit (DB) schemes, need to evaluate the potential impact. As interest rates decline, the financial landscape shifts, creating both...
Payroll
Budget predictions: Pay-related changes
9th October 2024
As we approach the upcoming Budget announcement, businesses and individuals are preparing for potential changes that could impact wages, taxes, and pensions. Pay-related issues are always a focal point of any Budget, and this year is no exception. With the...
