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

The UK-US trade deal: How will that impact UK businesses
After a series of conversations, the UK eventually agreed a new trade deal with the US which will see businesses operating with the aerospace and automotive industry avoid some of…

Why outsourcing your tax planning is an avenue to confidently meeting your legal obligations
Arguably, one of the biggest headaches and cause of frustration in business is managing outgoing costs, notably tax. Managing the various tax costs can be challenging but you must meet…

The steps you can take to prepare for a financial audit
Auditing is a time-consuming task for businesses to complete but it’s a necessity to ensure your business is running at maximum effort and has the ability to reach its full…

An uncertain Tax picture in the UK heightens concerns for all
The upcoming Autumn Budget could potentially define the current Chancellor’s tenure. Rachel Reeves has the unenviable task of trying to balance the Government’s books on a complicated backdrop of increased…

Companies House Identity Verification – Your Questions Answered
From 8 April 2025, Companies House introduced a voluntary identity verification service. But this won’t stay voluntary for long. By autumn 2025, new directors and people with significant control will…

Bank of England announce interest rates cut but how much difference will it make?
In a move that was widely expected, the Bank of England has confirmed interest rates in the UK have been cut to 4 per cent, the lowest interest rates have…

Pay Less Tax
This series is aimed at owner-managers and busy finance leads who want plain-English, actionable ways to keep more of what they earn. We’ll cover practical,…

Avoid unnecessary costs to your business by avoiding Making Tax Digital penalties
Making Tax Digital (MTD) introduces a much stricter penalty system that is designed to encourage timely and accurate reporting. If you don’t meet the new requirements, the fines can stack…

Thorne Widgery shortlisted for triple success at the 2025 Xero UK Awards
Thorne Widgery is celebrating another remarkable achievement after being shortlisted in three prestigious categories at the Xero UK Awards 2025. The leading accountancy firm has been nominated for Community Impact,…

Thorne Widgery shortlisted for national Digital Transformation Award at top industry ceremony
Trailblazing accountancy firm Thorne Widgery has been shortlisted for the highly regarded Digital Transformation Award at the Accounting Excellence Awards 2025. Well known within the profession as one of the…