by James Hellyer | Aug 27, 2024 | Uncategorised
The American presidential election may have significant effects on the United Kingdom, impacting various aspects of the relationship between the two countries. Here are some key areas where the UK might feel the influence: Trade Relations Post-Brexit Trade Deals: The...
by James Hellyer | Aug 27, 2024 | Business finance
Interest rates are a powerful lever in our economy. Increase rates and economic activity tends to slow down, and vice versa if interest rates fall. The recent hikes in rates, to control inflation, were reversed recently when the Bank of England (BoE) reduced rates to...
by James Hellyer | Aug 15, 2024 | Changes in legislation
Since Rachel Reeves was appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer in July 2024, she has made several significant announcements aimed at addressing the UK’s economic challenges as well as the much publicised tax changes already described in previous posts on our...
by James Hellyer | Aug 15, 2024 | Income Tax, Pensions
Tax relief on private pension scheme contributions is a significant incentive in the UK, encouraging individuals to save for retirement. Here’s how it works according to GOV.UK: Basic Rate Tax Relief (20%): If you are a basic rate taxpayer, your pension contributions...
by James Hellyer | Aug 13, 2024 | VAT
The following notes are copied from draft legislation published by HMRC, to be included in the Finance Bill 2024-25. As of 1 January 2025, all education services and vocational training supplied by a private school, or a “connected person”, for a charge will be...
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