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March 16, 2022

Right to work: Government to launch virtual identification scheme to support employers

A new digital identity scheme will help employers carry out right to work checks, it has been announced. The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport said new employees will be able to prove their identity using digital methods “easily and quickly” instead of having to rely on traditional physical documents. Known as “digital identities”,

March 16, 2022

Ferguson Takes Over As New R3 North East Chair

A Newcastle business finance expert has taken over as chair of the North East region of insolvency and restructuring trade body R3. Chris Ferguson is now responsible for leading R3 campaigns to highlight the benefits of accessing qualified advice from North East insolvency and restructuring professionals for both individuals and businesses with financial concerns, and

March 14, 2022

Brexit: UK exports to single market fall amid “unstable” trading environment

UK exports to the European Union have fallen by almost £20 billion since leaving the single market in 2021, a major study has revealed. The figures, published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), come after research revealed that half of traders are “not confident” in exporting internationally since the introduction of full customs controls.

March 14, 2022

International trade: UK moves into second and final phase of accession to join CPTPP

The UK has moved into the second and final phase of accession to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), it has been announced. Membership will give British businesses unlimited access to a global market worth £8.4 trillion each year. Here’s what you need to know. What is the Comprehensive and Progressive

March 14, 2022

How would an Online Sales Tax affect your business?

The UK Government is set to assess whether to introduce an Online Sales Tax (OST) as a solution to the tax imbalance in the retail sector. Why is there a tax imbalance? Throughout the pandemic, the retail sector was heavily impacted by lockdowns and lack of confidence reducing footfall. Consequently, consumers opted to shop online

March 10, 2022

Company tax returns must include COVID-19 grants says HMRC

Taxpayers are being reminded that COVID-19 support grants or payments should be declared on company tax returns as they are taxable. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a reminder that the filing deadline for company tax returns (CT600) is 12 months after the end of the accounting period it covers. The deadline to pay

March 10, 2022

Avoid the pitfalls of the SEISS scheme

Thousands of taxpayers benefited from the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) as the pandemic raged over the last two years, before its closure last year. The scheme, which involved five grant payments, was set up by the Government to provide support for the self-employed, for example sole traders, provided certain eligibility criteria were met. However,

March 10, 2022

How to make the most of cloud-based accounting software

The cloud is king in the world of accounting, with a vast range of software and applications available, designed to be easy to use by businesses and their owners. The beauty of cloud accounting is that the software can be accessed anywhere that has an internet connection on a range of devices. Good accounting software

March 10, 2022

Cash flow statements – How to avoid errors that damage your business

A cash flow statement provides data about all cash inflows a company receives from its operations and investments. It tells you how much cash is entering and leaving your business in any given period. Along with balance sheets and income statements, it is vital for managing your small business accounting and making sure you have