Taking control of your business

By Gary Robinson / August 11, 2023

We were finally getting over the financial crisis when Covid struck. Russia’s war in Ukraine has not only meant human suffering – it has affected the entire global economy, driving up the cost of food and energy. It adds to the hardship for those on low incomes and means serious food security risks in the…

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Importance of a Will

By Gary Robinson / September 17, 2022

When both partner’s income and assets are vital for the household’s financial security, it will inevitably mean financial difficulty for the survivor should either of them die.  With the right financial planning you can minimise the problems for your loved ones and here are a few reminders of the essentials: Write your will Without a…

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Omicron variant – New safety measures announced

By Gary Robinson / December 5, 2021

It is expected that Parliament will endorse the weekend Government announcements on new safety measures for the Omicron variant and from Tuesday 30 November face masks will be compulsory in shops and on public transport in England, and UK arrivals are expected to have to take PCR tests.The measures will be reviewed in three weeks.…

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UK Inflation Prices Increase

By Gary Robinson / November 28, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS ENGLANDWelcome to our round up of the latest business news for our clients. Please contact us if you want to talk about how these updates affect your business. We are here to support you!Inflation: UK prices increase at fastest rate for almost ten yearsThe cost of living has surged at its fastest pace…

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Covid 19 Booster Jabs

By Gary Robinson / November 12, 2021

Recent figures follow hundreds of thousands of vaccinations over the weekend. People who are eligible are also able to get a booster at hundreds of walk-in sites across the country, as long as it’s been six months since their second dose. The third vaccine dose will be offered to 30 million people over 50, medical…

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October Update

By Gary Robinson / October 16, 2021

Welcome to our round up of the latest business news for our clients. Please contact us if you want to talk about how these updates affect your business. We are here to support you! The best way to predict the future is to create it!The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey to June 2021…

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Furlough Update

By Gary Robinson / September 17, 2021

The CJRS is due to end on 30 September 2021. For claims relating to August and September 2021, the government will pay 60% of wages up to a maximum cap of £1,875 for the hours the employee is on furlough.Claims for September must be submitted by 14 October 2021 and any amendments must be made…

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The importance of Wills

By Gary Robinson / September 10, 2021

If the last year and a half has taught us anything, it is that life is unpredictable. And there is no better time than now to get your affairs in order. Whilst sorting out your Will might be left on your longer term ‘to do’ list, it should not be avoided or delayed – especially…

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HMRC Recovery £1 Bn of Furlough Fraud

By Gary Robinson / June 13, 2021

HMRC is set to recover over £1bn of fraudulent or mistakenly claimed furlough money over the next two years Chief executive at HMRC, Jim Harra predicted that the tax authority looks set to recover over £1bn from fraud related to the covid-19 support schemes over the next two years. At a Public Accounts Committee in…

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Working From Home Tax Relief

By Gary Robinson / May 14, 2021

HMRC is reminding taxpayers to submit tax relief claims for working from home due to coronavirus during 2021/22 via the easy to use online portal So far this tax year more than 550,000 employed workers have already claimed and are benefitting from the tax relief, which pays £6 a week for home workers. If employed…

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