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Navigating the 2025 increase in Employer National Insurance contributions
On the 30th of October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduced measures to increase Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) as part of the Autumn Budget. This increase, combined with additional employment-related costs, has significant implications for...
Autumn Budget 2024
Download your Autumn Budget Summary Report here Yesterday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced £40bn of tax rises. Some of these increases will significantly affect employment costs for SMEs from April 2025. Download our Autumn Budget Summary Report for a full round-up...
6 top tips that make scaling your business less scary
As your business starts to grow, it’s easy for the focus to be on sales, operations and managing the increase in day-to-day tasks. But what often gets overlooked is the need for your finance function to scale alongside your operations. Without the right systems and...
Understanding the Statutory Residence Test (SRT): What you need to know
The Statutory Residence Test (SRT) is a set of rules that determine whether an individual is considered a resident in the UK for tax purposes. Introduced in April 2013, it provides clear guidelines based on an individual’s connections to the UK and the amount of time...
Preparing for an Audit: Best practices for SMEs
Fred Norman, Head of Audit at Harold Sharp, discusses the importance of preparation when it comes to getting the most out of your audit. This article was first published by theBusinessDesk.com on 8 October 2024. For many growing businesses, the requirement to be...
Fact or fiction? 6 myths about self-assessment
Self-assessment can seem daunting, especially for high-net-worth individuals with complex income streams. With so many misconceptions circulating, it’s important to separate fact from fiction to avoid unnecessary stress, missed deadlines, and potential penalties. In...
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