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Companies House steps up enforcement activity

Companies House steps up enforcement activity

Companies House is entering a new era of enforcement as it begins making greater use of the powers granted under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. The aim is to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register, strengthen confidence in UK...
The benefits of Fair Payment Code accreditation

The benefits of Fair Payment Code accreditation

Getting paid on time remains one of the biggest challenges facing many small and medium-sized businesses. Late payments can place pressure on cash flow, increase borrowing requirements and divert valuable management time away from running and growing the business....
Claiming tax relief on charitable donations

Claiming tax relief on charitable donations

When you donate money to a charity or Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) under Gift Aid, the organisation can claim an extra 25p from HMRC for every £1 you give. This increases the value of your donation at no extra cost to you. If you pay higher or additional...
Capital Gains Tax if selling shares or investments

Capital Gains Tax if selling shares or investments

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax on the profit you make when you sell or dispose of an asset that has increased in value. It is the gain itself that is taxed, not the total amount you receive. For example, if you buy shares for £3,000 and sell them for...
Understanding your tax code

Understanding your tax code

Your tax code tells your employer or pension provider how much Income Tax to deduct from your pay. It is set by HMRC, and you may have a different code for each job or pension. Most people with one job (or pension) use the code 1257L, which reflects the standard...