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Tax and finance updates
Every day brings news of changes to tax law or government policy, or the emergence of facts and figures with implications for British businesses and individuals. Our daily news feed helps our clients keep their fingers on the pulse of what’s going on, with comment and insight from industry figures, government officials and trade bodies.
HMRC explains termination payment rules
Employers should take care when finalising severance packages.IFS launches pensions review
Future pensioners could face "substantial financial difficulties".Inflation eases slightly in March
Government “on track” to drive down inflation.Company insolvencies rose by 37.7% in March
Insolvencies are higher than pre-pandemic levels.Points-based penalties planned for self-assessments
HMRC will introduce the reforms in 2026.Rural SMEs struggle with business costs
37% of firms reported a 10% increase in operating costs.UK economy saw no growth in February
Economic outlook “brighter than expected”, despite slow progress.R&D claims to require more information
Companies will need to fill out an additional form from August.Industry leaders question “tax simplification”
There are concerns over the Government’s commitment.Digital services tax could become permanent
MPs warn that tech companies could avoid paying.
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