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Is AI delivering real value for small businesses?

Is AI delivering real value for small businesses?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has dominated business headlines over the past year, with many suggesting it will transform the way companies operate. While there is no doubt that AI has enormous potential, recent research indicates that many small businesses have yet to...
Claiming tax relief on professional training

Claiming tax relief on professional training

Keeping your skills and knowledge up to date is important but the cost of professional training can add up. If you are self-employed some training costs may be claimed as allowable business expenses. Training costs can usually be claimed where the course helps you...
Tax benefits of giving assets to charity

Tax benefits of giving assets to charity

Most people are aware that cash donations to a charity can qualify for tax relief. However, it is less well known that gifts of land, property and qualifying shares can also provide valuable tax advantages. If you donate land, property or shares to a UK charity, or...
Have you checked your State Pension forecast recently?

Have you checked your State Pension forecast recently?

Your State Pension forecast can help you plan for retirement by showing how much State Pension you could be entitled to, when you can claim it and whether there are ways to increase your entitlement.  The online forecast service...
Payroll compliance – what is Full Payment Submission?

Payroll compliance – what is Full Payment Submission?

A Full Payment Submission (FPS) is a payroll report that employers must send to HMRC every time they pay employees. Using payroll software, employers use an FPS to report payments made, deductions from pay and National Insurance information, ensuring HMRC has an...