Insights
Our experts provide their insights on the latest industry developments and share tips on accountancy and business matters.
Alan Hamilton
Corporate Finance Partner
08 January 2021
Debt funding: accessing the opportunitySince the initial lockdown back in March 2020, banks understandably have prioritised their efforts in supporting existing customers. As we now return to a national lockdown, many businesses will understandably be concerned about their immediate cash flow. Alan Hamilton, Corporate Finance Director, discusses further.
Alan Hamilton
Corporate Finance Partner
17 December 2020
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme and access to other fundingOn Thursday 17 December 2020 the Chancellor announced a welcome extension to the deadline for applications to its government-backed loan schemes.
09 November 2020
Selling your business: will we see higher Capital Gains Tax in 2021?Whilst the COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant uncertainty for many businesses, the Chancellor has already indicated that he will be looking to implement measures to reduce the deficit. With no Autumn budget this year it is anticipated that the budget next year (date yet to be determined, but Spring 2021 is a likelihood) will bring about measures from the Treasury which will look to address the significant levels of public borrowing.
18 August 2020
Preparing your business for the new normal – the importance of an operational reviewAt this challenging time for businesses across the globe, it’s more important than ever to find time to stop, take a step back and look at your business properly. Graham Alexander, Partner and Head of Corporate Finance, discusses the importance of carrying out an operational review.
06 February 2020
Draft Scottish Budget 2020/21: what you need to knowThe Budget sets out the tax and spending plans for the year ahead and these proposals now need votes from opposition parties to pass the measures. The key tax announcements in the Scottish Budget included minimal changes to Scottish income tax bands for 2020/21 and a new charge for LBTT on certain leases that comes into effect from tomorrow (Friday 7 February) - to read more about the LBTT changes read Paul McGonigal’s blog.
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