Business recovery is rarely a straight line. Most companies experiencing financial or operational challenges move through a series of stages before returning to sustainable growth. Recognising the warning signs early and taking decisive action at each stage can make the difference between recovery and failure. Underperformance The first stage tends to be underperformance. Businesses in […]
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BlueCrest loses £200 million tax battle against HMRC
The Supreme Court ruled against BlueCrest Capital Management in a long-running dispute with HMRC, leaving the firm facing tax and National Insurance determinations of nearly £200 million. The ruling follows a wider HMRC focus on how members of limited liability partnerships (LLPs) are classified for tax purposes, and comes as HMRC continues to scrutinise arrangements […]
Read moreThe most common cash flow problems that affect a business
Most, if not all, businesses will face cash flow problems at one point or another. This is why understanding some of the most common cash flow problems is important for business owners, so they know what to look out for. More often than not, cash flow problems are solvable if they are found early and […]
Read moreResearch and Development (R&D) tax relief: Your questions answered
If your business is developing new products, processes or services or improving existing ones through technological or scientific advancement, you could be entitled to valuable R&D tax relief. Our R&D specialists help companies identify qualifying activities, prepare robust claims and secure the relief they deserve. Frequently asked questions Who can claim R&D tax relief? R&D […]
Read moreWhy you need management accounts to help your small business survive
Running a small business right now might feel like the odds are stacked against you and six in ten small businesses are shutting their doors within their first three years, according to the UK Office for National Statistics. It’s not easy to keep your operations running and margins on track when you’re not even sure of […]
Read moreCompanies House P&L are on freeze, but is your small business off the hook?
The Government has confirmed it is putting its requirement for small and micro companies to publicly file profit and loss (P&L) information at Companies House on hold. This is all part of the reforms under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) and has eased some immediate pressure on small businesses. However, they might […]
Read moreFive reasons to outsource your bookkeeping to an accountant
Running your business means spinning a lot of plates and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice growth to stay on top of your bookkeeping. That is why many businesses are keen to explore the benefits of outsourcing their bookkeeping to professionals, to help them free up more time. Before you make the move, you may be […]
Read moreNearly 40 per cent of employers could opt out of salary sacrifice pension: Is it still worth it?
Research by the Standard Life Centre for the Future of Retirement revealed that two in five (39 per cent) employers are less likely to offer salary or bonus sacrifice pension schemes. It might just be that employers are making a U-turn on their current schemes due to the National Insurance relief cap announced in the […]
Read moreThe new capital allowances are in full force: What do they mean for your business?
Capital allowances have had some big changes this year and they may affect how your business approaches investment, tax planning and cash flow management. The reforms announced in the Autumn Budget 2025 introduced a new 40 per cent First Year Allowance (FYA) and a reduction in the Writing Down Allowance (WDA). If your business is […]
Read moreHow can you scale your business without harming your cash flow?
Whether you are expanding into new markets or launching new products or services, scaling your business is an exciting time. However, scaling too quickly without careful financial planning can cause many profitable businesses to stall. Poor cash flow management puts your business at risk, and you must understand how to prepare your finances before scaling. […]
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