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Pension tax relief and allowances

Pension tax relief and allowances

Pensions remain one of the most tax-efficient ways to save for retirement, due to a range of tax reliefs and allowances that can help boost retirement savings. One of the key advantages of private pension contributions is the availability of tax relief on pension...
Allowable expenses for the self-employed

Allowable expenses for the self-employed

If you are self-employed, claiming all of your allowable business expenses can significantly reduce your tax bill. For example, if your business turnover is £40,000 and you have £10,000 of allowable expenses, you will only pay tax on your taxable profit of...
Where a formal job offer effectively creates a binding contract

Where a formal job offer effectively creates a binding contract

In the world of HR, the ubiquitous disclaimer "subject to references" is often viewed by employers as an escape clause, one which allows them to withdraw an offer at any time before “Day One”. However, a recent ruling has clarified that a...
Companies House publishes its business plan

Companies House publishes its business plan

Companies House has published its business plan for 2026-27, setting out its priorities for the coming year as it continues to implement major reforms aimed at improving the quality of information held on the UK companies register and tackling economic crime. A key...
Government reviews access to face-to-face banking services

Government reviews access to face-to-face banking services

The government has announced a review into access to face-to-face banking services as concerns continue to grow over the impact of bank branch closures on local communities, older customers and small businesses. Over recent years, many high street bank branches have...