Second cost of living support payments

by | Nov 13, 2023 | personal finance

The second cost of living support payment of £300 is currently being processed. Most individuals receiving Department for Works & Pensions benefits will receive their payment of £300 between 31 October and 19 November. Recipients of Tax Credits should be paid...

Could you be due a £252 a year tax refund?

by | Nov 13, 2023 | Income Tax

An unlikely organisation is promoting a way for its members to benefit from a claim for the Marriage Tax Allowance. For relevant couples, this can be worth £252 a year. Charlie Bethel, Chief Officer, UK Men’s Sheds, said: “If you have retired and your partner is still...

Boost your savings with government top-ups

by | Nov 8, 2023 | personal finance

Low-income earners are being encouraged to sign up to Help to Save to boost their savings by 50 per cent with government support. Existing customers have received £146 million in bonus payments since the scheme launched in September 2018 and HM Revenue and Customs...

How to reward your staff not the taxman

by | Nov 8, 2023 | benefits-in-kind, Gifts

Whether we like it or not, the countdown to Christmas has officially started. And that means you may be thinking about treating your staff with a Christmas gift or an office party. But before you get carried away, it is important to look at the tax implications to...