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Explore the latest news, all the developments, industry insights and essential updates in the world of finance and accounting.

Companies House Identity Verification Starts November 2025 | What Directors Need to Know
From 18 November 2025, identity verification will officially become a legal requirement for all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs).This marks one of the biggest changes introduced under…

The SME Cashflow Playbook: From Survive to Thrive in 90 Days
Profit’s lovely, but cash pays wages, suppliers and HMRC. When cashflow tightens, stress rises fast — even in businesses that look healthy on paper. This playbook walks you through how…

We’re celebrating a double victory at the Xero Awards 2025
We have been named Mid-Size Firm of the Year and winner of the prestigious Total Xero Award at the Xero Awards United Kingdom & Ireland 2025. This is the third…

What you need to know about improving cybersecurity
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, so we want to take the time to address some key points that you can do to improve your cybersecurity. Despite technology being…

We are attending the Rural Business Advice Day
If you are thinking of going to the Rural Business Advice Day, then be sure to come and say hello to us. A core part of the Herefordshire Rural Hub’s…

Our predictions for the Autumn Budget
The upcoming Autumn Budget is making many hold their collective breath, uncertain that any financial moves made in the next month will still be economically sound going forward. Rather than…

Making Tax Digital – Points don’t mean prizes
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is approaching fast and many sole traders, landlords and self-employed individuals remain underprepared. With the first wave due from 6 April 2026, the…

The dangers of non-compliance with Companies House identity verification – What will happen if you miss the deadline?
The latest changes to Companies House are coming soon and it is imperative that those affected prepare or face severe penalties. From 18 November 2025, identity verification will be mandatory…
Say Goodbye to the P11D Form: The Future of Payrolling Benefits in Kind
The days of filing P11D forms are numbered. From 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BIK) will need to be payrolled meaning tax and National Insurance Contributions will be handled in…

What Sole Traders and Landlords Really Need to Know About Making Tax Digital
Let’s be honest - nobody loves tax admin. But if you’re a sole trader or a landlord, there’s a big shift coming that you need to be ready for. From…
