How's the self-assessment tax return coming along? Did you know we have set up our own Small Business Unit to cater specifically to the needs of small businesses? Talk to us today about your tax issues. ➡️

When one partner has an income below the Personal Allowance + the other is a basic-rate taxpayer, the lower-earning partner can transfer £1,260 of their unused Personal Allowance to their partner, potentially reducing the tax bill by £252 More info ➡️

Take the opportunity to optimize your finances and make use of the reliefs and allowances available before they reset on 6 April 2025. What actions could you take #sussex? ➡️

“Gambling harm can ruin people’s finances, relationships, and ultimately lives." Gambling Minister Baroness Twycross, in response to news that a new UK #gambling levy could be in operation from April 2025. More details➡️

We believe the added value you get from our experience and in person is invaluable - especially during the more stressful periods of business ownership. Talk to us about your self-assessment tax return #sussex ➡️

Currently, 11 million users scroll through the Government's 700,000-page website looking for information, but a new trial could result in a quicker, more user-friendly solution. Find out more ➡️

Received an unexpected message from HMRC #Sussex that just doesn't seem right? • Forward suspicious emails to phishing@hmrc.gov.uk • Report fraudulent calls via the HMRC website on • Forward scam texts to 60599 ➡️

Cash is king, and the UK public used more cash in shops rose for a second year in a row after a decade of falls, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Meanwhile, traders felt the pinch as card fees paid by retailers continued to climb. ➡️

The Government aims to raise £90-£100 million annually from a new 1.1% UK #gambling levy, proposed for April 2025. Where will these funds be allocated, and how will they be rolled out? ➡️

HMRC's new chatbot mimics HMRC’s web chat interface but highlights the absence of human involvement. While still in its early stages, Chat represents a step forward in leveraging #AI to simplify access to Government information ➡️

#HMRC has confirmed a 16.7% increase in self-assessment scams, and customers are urged to ignore suspicious messages and not to reply, share information, download attachments, or click on links as these can lead to data theft or malware attacks. ➡️

An automated tracker system could save the #HMRC more than 1.7 million hours each year, the equivalent of 1,000 full time staff or approximately £36million according to recent research. Further details

A study on reason and waiting times when contacting HMRC found that only 33% contact resulted in the query being fully resolved, and the average wait time standing at 19 minutes. Sound familiar?

Taxpayers who are unable to pay their tax bill in full, owe less than £30,000, + are eligible can apply online for Time to Pay without the need to contact HMRC. Those who owe more than £30,000 are still able to apply but would need to contact HMRC. ➡️

2025 is set to see an increased focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. Companies are adopting transparent reporting practices to meet regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations. Our 2025 business predictions #bizhour ➡️

Date for the diary! The Chancellor Rachel Reeves is due to deliver her Spring Statement on Wednesday 26 March with news that the Office for Budget Economic and Fiscal Forecast will be published on the same day.

The UK government has launched an Industrial Strategy Advisory Council to bring together #business leaders from across the UK to offer advice + channel support to sectors and geographical clusters with the highest growth potential for the next decade. ➡️

More than 15,000 self-assessment customers have already set up a Time to Pay payment plan for the 2023/24 tax year to help spread the cost of their tax bill, according to #HMRC. Further details:

What business trends should you look out for in 2025? Employee well-being is becoming a priority for organizations realizing that a healthy workforce is crucial for productivity and retention. What trends are you noticing? Read our blog + let us know! ➡️

Are you planning to transition your business and hand over responsibility to a new owner or leadership? Have you considered an MBO? (Management Buyout), or would an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) be more suitable? Our Spotlight considers the options. ➡️