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09 March 2021
I hope you didn’t run from the negative returnAlmost a year on from his blog on coronavirus and why you shouldn’t run from your negative returns, we’re back with an update on how the markets have behaved over the past 12 months.
08 March 2021
MTD for VAT digital links deadline – is your business prepared?From 1 April 2019, Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance became mandatory for most VAT registered businesses for VAT return reporting. HMRC implemented a soft-landing period for the first two years to 1 April 2021, meaning that some elements of the MTD legislation were relaxed – in particular, digital links. The time has come to make sure that your business is prepared and ready for the next phase.
03 March 2021
Budget 2021: Tax administration for income taxUpcoming changes to income tax penalties were announced in the Spring Budget. Due to come into effect from 6 April 2023, these will ease the pressure on those experiencing short term payment difficulties.
03 March 2021
Budget 2021: Construction and Property IncentivesDescribed by the Chancellor as “the biggest business tax cut in modern British history”, a super deduction was announced in the Budget allowing companies to cut their tax bill by up to 25p for every £1 they invest in qualifying plant and machinery. This is a positive move from the Government which will position the UK’s Capital Allowances regime as one of the most competitive in the world. Business rates relief for eligible retail, hospitality and leisure properties in England will also continue.
02 March 2021
Chancellor faces tough decisions if optimism is to spring from March BudgetOn March 3, the Chancellor will map out the next phase of the UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy in his Spring Budget - the question is: which areas will be used to plug the huge spending gap the pandemic created or will he choose to invest further to stimulate growth and put tax rises on hold? And how will it affect the local economy in the North East?
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