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Management buyouts – An alternative approach to exit and succession
When developing your business exit and succession strategy, you must consider all possible avenues, including those which might not seem so obvious. A management buyout…
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What the summer may mean for your business
Whether the hot weather lasts or not, summer is here to stay, bringing with it seasonal challenges and opportunities for business owners. You may think…
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Total Income Tax and NI income hits new high
HM Treasury has taken £77.2 billion in Income Tax and National Insurance (NI) since April 2024 – signalling the effect of the freeze in the…
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Taxes on the rise: A certainty, not a possibility
The new UK Government has been formed. Despite the Labour Party's campaign and pledges around keeping tax rises to a minimum, expert opinion suggests that…
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Inside the private equity boom
Private equity investment has been a significant force in the financial world for some time. However, the nature of private equity has changed considerably in…
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Will Labour’s agenda in the King’s Speech signal major tax changes for businesses in 2025?
As the opening of Parliament approaches on 17 July, businesses across the country are bracing for the King's Speech, which is expected to outline the…
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How to protect your business against deepfake scams
Deepfake technology has made significant advancements thanks to the progress in artificial intelligence (AI), enabling scammers to replicate a person’s appearance and mimic their voice…
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Thinking of investing in electric cars for your business? – Here’s what you need to know
The number of electric cars on our roads is rising rapidly. In 2023 alone, the number of new electric vehicles rose by 18 per cent…
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Are you ready for changes to LLP salaried member rules?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued its updated guidance on salaried members in limited liability partnerships (LLPs), in relation to capital contributions. Currently, LLPs…
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New accounting practices outlined for LLPs
The Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) has released the 2024 edition of its Statement of Recommended Practice Accounting (SORP) for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs).…
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