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Five practical ways to reduce business energy costs

Five practical ways to reduce business energy costs

Energy costs remain a significant overhead for many UK businesses. Although wholesale prices have eased from the exceptional highs seen in recent years, uncertainty in global energy markets means prices can still fluctuate sharply. For many small businesses, reducing...
When do you pay Stamp Duty Land Tax?

When do you pay Stamp Duty Land Tax?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax that may apply when you buy land or property in England or Northern Ireland. It is important to check whether SDLT applies before completing a purchase, as the tax can represent a significant additional cost. SDLT can apply when you...
Is your business eligible to use cash basis accounting?

Is your business eligible to use cash basis accounting?

Cash basis accounting is a simplified method used by sole traders and other unincorporated businesses to work out income and expenses for self-assessment in a straightforward manner.  The cash basis is the default method for calculating income and expenses for...
Tax Diary September/October 2026

Tax Diary September/October 2026

1 September 2026 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 November 2025. 19 September 2026 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 September 2026. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date is 22 September 2026) 19 September...
Claiming the correct tax relief for work mileage

Claiming the correct tax relief for work mileage

Employees who use their own vehicle for business journeys may receive Mileage Allowance Payments (MAPs) from their employer. These payments can be made tax-free up to HMRC’s approved amount, calculated by multiplying business miles travelled by the relevant rate...