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Susie Walker
Partner & Head of Tax
12 December 2018
Draft Scottish Budget 2019/20: what you need to knowScotland’s Finance Secretary, Derek Mackay, delivered a Scottish Budget with the main objective to “protect what matters most.” He outlined his tax and spending plans for the country for 2019-20 under the shadow of what he described as “the UK Government’s chaotic approach to Brexit”, with the caveat that a “no deal” Brexit could affect the Scottish Government’s spending plans.
Lauren Miller
Tax Senior Manager
06 December 2018
Charity donations - a useful tax planning toolThe festive season will soon be in full swing and the spirit of giving and receiving at this time is high. This generosity often extends to charities, with research finding that 1 in 3 people say they are more likely to donate to a good cause during the run up to Christmas.
Alexandra Docherty
Tax Partner
31 October 2018
Five key changes in the Budget for rural businessesFollowing the Autumn Budget statement where the Chancellor pronounced that the era of austerity is coming to an end, we look further into the detail to assess the key changes impacting businesses operating in the rural sector.
Peter Young
Tax Partner
24 August 2018
Unexpected pension tax charges for those in defined benefit pension schemesDoctors and dentists approaching retirement are having to choose between paying hefty extra tax bills or agreeing to a reduced pension. Many others have already submitted incorrect tax returns to HMRC and are unaware they need to report anything.
Lauren Miller
Tax Senior Manager
13 July 2018
Getting a slice of the golf property rental market: Do it the fair wayGuest bedding sorted ✔️
Guest towels sorted ✔️
Tax sorted?
Renting out your home for special events can be lucrative but have you thought about the tax implications?
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