Payroll errors affect a quarter of UK employees
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Payroll errors affect a quarter of UK employees
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on June 4, 2026

New research has found that 25% of employees have experienced payroll errors. Why do these happen, and what can you do about them?

PAYE settlement agreements: when should employers use a PSA?
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PAYE settlement agreements: when should employers use a PSA?
Posted by Kirsty Demeza on June 4, 2026

PAYE settlement agreements can help employers deal with tax on minor, irregular or impracticable staff expenses and benefits. Here’s when a PSA may be useful, what it can cover, and which deadlines to watch.

Do you pay tax on tips? A brief guide
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Do you pay tax on tips? A brief guide
Posted by Karen Jones on June 2, 2026

“Do you pay tax on tips?” It may be a simple question, but the answer is surprisingly complex. In this article we take a closer look.

How to pay yourself from a limited company
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How to pay yourself from a limited company
Posted by Mark Ingle on June 1, 2026

How to pay yourself from a limited company tax efficiently using salary, dividends, directors’ loans, expenses and pension contributions.

MTD for VAT penalties and reporting requirements
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MTD for VAT penalties and reporting requirements
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 28, 2026

Since April 2022, all VAT registered businesses have had to comply with MTD for VAT. We look at the MTD for VAT penalties for non-compliance?

VAT bad debt relief: how to reclaim VAT when customers do not pay
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VAT bad debt relief: how to reclaim VAT when customers do not pay
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 28, 2026

VAT bad debt relief can let you reclaim VAT paid on unpaid invoices. Learn when you can claim, what records you need and how it works.

VAT rules on carbon credits
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VAT rules on carbon credits
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 27, 2026

Back in September 2024, the VAT rules that apply to voluntary carbon credits were changed. We explain the current rules.

Tapered Annual Allowance, Pensions and Carry Forward..
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Tapered Annual Allowance, Pensions and Carry Forward..
Posted by Laurence Sanderson on May 26, 2026

Understanding what tapered annual allowance is and how carry forward works should help you assess what can be done to minimise the loss of tax relief on your pension.

Charities and VAT: HMRC and definition of ‘business activity’
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Charities and VAT: HMRC and definition of ‘business activity’
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 25, 2026

HMRC changed the way it defines ‘business activities’ some time ago. This could have implications for organisations, charities and VAT liability.

VAT Annual Accounting Scheme: what businesses need to know
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VAT Annual Accounting Scheme: what businesses need to know
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 21, 2026

The VAT Annual Accounting Scheme lets eligible businesses submit one VAT return a year. Find out how it works and whether it’s worth joining.

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