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Inheritance Tax (IHT): An overview
26th July 2024
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a tax on the estate (the property, money, and possessions) of someone who has died. Here, we provide an overview of the key elements of IHT, including the basics, thresholds, exemptions, reliefs, planning strategies and insights...
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Navigating tax changes under Labour: What can we expect?
23rd July 2024
Following the general election on July 4th, which resulted in a Labour victory, it’s highly likely that we can expect some tax changes in the coming months. The Labour manifesto included several key points that could, if implemented, have an...
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Employee share schemes: What are they and what are the benefits?
30th May 2024
Employee share schemes are a powerful tool for awarding equity to your employees, offering a strategic way to incentivise and retain key staff crucial to your business's success. These schemes not only motivate employees but also help engage the next...
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Spring Budget – March 2024
7th March 2024
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his ‘Budget for Long Term Growth’ on Wednesday 6 March 2024. His speech promised ‘more investment, more jobs, better public services and lower taxes’. Lowering taxes The Chancellor made further changes to National Insurance contributions (NICs),...
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2024 Budget predictions: Insights from our tax experts
20th February 2024
As the Budget announcement on March 6 approaches, speculation is rife about the fiscal measures the government will unveil to steer the economy forward. At Rowleys, our tax team has been reviewing the current economic and political landscape to provide...
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2023-2024 Year End Tax Planning Guide
15th February 2024
With just over a month to go before the end of the tax year, now is a good time to review your finances and ensure you are taking maximum advantage of any available tax allowances and reliefs. From 6 April 2024,...
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Research & Development (R&D): Forthcoming changes
17th January 2024
Change is on the horizon for Research and Development (R&D) tax credits. With the R&D Merged Scheme, set to kick in from April 2024, promising a simpler, more consolidated process. Other changes include the introduction of the R&D Intensive Scheme,...
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HMRC clamps down on ‘side hustle tax’ for online sellers
10th January 2024
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will be cracking down on online sellers who are deemed to be ‘trading’. From the start of this year, various digital platforms, including Vinted and eBay, must share information with HMRC to identify individuals who...
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2023 Autumn Statement
23rd November 2023
On 22 November 2023, Jeremy Hunt delivered the ‘Autumn Statement for Growth’. Against an improving economic backdrop, the Chancellor is keen to stimulate economic growth and highlighted 110 measures for businesses. In addition, there were significant statements relating to National...
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Autumn Statement 2023 predictions
16th November 2023
On Wednesday 22 November, the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, will deliver the Autumn Statement 2023, where he will set out the Government’s tax and spending plans, and share a fiscal forecast. Here, we share an overview of our key predictions. Setting...
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Forthcoming changes to Self-Assessment tax returns
12th July 2023
HMRC has recently announced a significant change to the requirements for filing Self-Assessment tax returns. Although not widely publicised, starting from the 2023/24 tax year, the income threshold at which a tax return is mandatory has been raised from £100,000...
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Rising inheritance tax liabilities: Steps to take to minimise the burden
16th June 2023
Recent research conducted by interactive investor revealed that the UK's average Inheritance Tax (IHT) liability has surged to £62,000, placing an additional burden on families. This alarming figure highlights the need for individuals to explore effective strategies to minimise their...
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HMRC self-assessment helpline closed for the summer
12th June 2023
On Friday 9th June HMRC announced that their self-assessment helpline will be closed between 12th June and 4th September. Rowleys Tax Partner, Mark Hook, explains more about the announcement and where to seek help regarding tax queries and issues during...
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Spring Budget 2023
16th March 2023
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered a ‘Budget for Growth’ after the Office for Budget Responsibility forecast a stronger than expected performance from the UK economy this year with inflation continuing to fall. Driving business investment The Chancellor announced a £27 billion...
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2022/23 Year End Tax Planning Guide
13th March 2023
With less than a month to go before the end of the tax year, now is a good time to review your finances and ensure you are taking maximum advantage of any available tax allowances and reliefs. From 6th April...
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HMRC delay bringing in Making Tax Digital for Individuals & Partnerships
22nd December 2022
HMRC has confirmed that they will delay Making Tax Digital (MTD) for individuals and partnerships from April 2024 to April 2026. They will also increase the income threshold, meaning that fewer people will be required to comply with the MTD...
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The Autumn Statement 2022
18th November 2022
On 17 November 2022, the government undertook the third fiscal statement in as many months, against a backdrop of rising inflation and economic recession. The Chancellor laid out three core priorities of stability, growth and public services. The government sought...
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Is now the time for businesses to take advantage of the super deduction?
11th October 2022
17th October 2022 – UPDATE On Friday 14th October 2022 we had a new Chancellor and another Mini-Budget U-Turn, changing the previously announced plan to scrap the proposed increase to Corporation Tax. So what does this mean? The Corporation Tax...
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Mini Budget September 2022
24th September 2022
Mini Budget 2022 UPDATE: 18 October 2022 Over recent weeks there has been a reversal on many of the policies outlined in the below Mini Budget so wanted to provide a summary on what of the below outlined changes have...
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Emergency mini-budget announced
16th September 2022
It has been announced that Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng will deliver an emergency mini-budget on Friday 23rd September. It is expected the chancellor will bring in additional winter tax cuts and set out more detail on the energy price cap...