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All the latest changes to tax legislation- important tax dates and deadlines, Help-Sheets on managing your personal finances, business news & opinion, as well as updates on what’s happening at Rawcliffe’s.
Consultation launched on details for High Value Council Tax Surcharge
The government has opened a consultation on the details for the High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) that is expected
Companies House and the IPO Warn About Fake Payment Requests
Companies House and the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) are asking businesses to take special care of
Mandatory Payrolling Now To Be Phased In
The announcement of mandatory payrolling for Benefits in Kind was originally expected to start in April 2027, but
FreeAgent - MTD Software
Keeping on top of your finances doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether your business is
Unauthorised Listing by Excellent Accounting
It has come to our attention that a company called Expert Accounting has listed Rawcliffe & Co, along with
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - Factsheet
We are continuing to work with a number of our clients as they prepare for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax. This is
Spring Forecast 2026
Reeves insists economic plan working in 'uncertain' world as UK growth forecast lowered for 2026
Autumn Statement 2025
Rachel Reeves says “I’m asking everyone to make a contribution,” said the chancellor, who later refused to rule out more tax rises in future Budgets.
Identity Verification Guide
From 18 November 2025, Companies House will require all directors and PSCs to verify their identity and provide their Companies House personal code. This guide explains what you need to do, when you must do it, and the verification options available.
Verifying your Identity for Companies House
We are aware that Companies House are forwarding emails advising Company Directors that they need to verify their identities for Companies House from 18 November 2025. Please note
Spring Statement 2025
Ms Reeves said the Budget will raise £40 billion in taxes. Employers’ National Insurance contributions (NICs) will be increased from next April while Capital Gains Tax rates will also rise. Inherited pensions will fall within the Inheritance Tax net from April 2027 while reliefs will be reformed on the passing down of agricultural and business assets.
Family Investment Company (FIC) Factsheet
A Family Investment Company (FIC) is a UK-registered company that focuses on investing family wealth rather than engaging in trading activities
Autumn Budget 2024
Ms Reeves said the Budget will raise £40 billion in taxes. Employers’ National Insurance contributions (NICs) will be increased from next April while Capital Gains Tax rates will also rise. Inherited pensions will fall within the Inheritance Tax net from April 2027 while reliefs will be reformed on the passing down of agricultural and business assets.
Base Rate Plateau A Concern for Small Businesses
In the wake of the Bank of England's decision to maintain the base rate at 5.25%, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has
Voluntary Code of Conduct for Directors: Will It Make A Difference?
The new code would be voluntary and is designed to help directors and business leaders build
Increasing Your Profit – Why it’s Not the Same as Growing Sales
While increasing turnover (revenue) is important, it doesn’t necessarily lead to increased profits
Financing Your Business – What Should You Know?
What types of finance are available? How can you present a request to a bank and have it accepted? We will endeavour to
Are You or Your Employees Making Good Use of Tax-Free Childcare?
Tax-Free Childcare is available to working families to help them save on their childcare costs. However, many may not be making use of this provision and with the Easter break soon