Recruitment agencies placing workers into construction roles sit at the intersection of two separate sets of HMRC rules, and getting it wrong in either direction can be expensive. Some payments should go through PAYE under the agency rules. Others fall under the...
Many self-employed people breathe a sigh of relief once January’s tax bill is paid, only to find another one waiting six months later. If you make payments on account, your second instalment for the 2025/26 tax year is due by 31 July 2026. Here’s what it...
If you employ staff, the next few weeks bring two important compliance dates. P60s should already be in employees’ hands, and P11D and P11D(b) forms for the 2025/26 tax year are due to HMRC by 6 July 2026. Missing either can mean penalties that stack up fast —...
Every business owner has faced moments of hesitation. Whether it is delaying a hire, postponing a price increase, avoiding investment in technology or putting off financial planning, delayed decisions are often driven by uncertainty or fear of making the wrong move....
Hiring your first employee — or expanding your team — is a major milestone for any business. It often signals growth, increased demand and new opportunities. However, many SMEs make the mistake of focusing solely on recruitment without first ensuring their financial...
