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Making Tax Digital 2026: Why Sole Traders and Landlords Need to Act Now
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is no longer a future concept or something to “deal with later”. For many sole traders and landlords, the first compulsory phase begins in April 2026…

Family estates still face hard choices despite APR and BPR cap increase
The Government’s decision to raise the 100 per cent Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) cap to £2.5 million has been met with cautious approval from advisers…

Record US investment in the UK offers reminder about building strong relationships
The UK’s trading relationship with the United States took a major step forward this year after both countries confirmed a new trade agreement. Off the back of that announcement, US…

HMRC announce MTD letters will be sent to self-assessment taxpayers
With less than six months to go until Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax begins, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has started sending letters to taxpayers who will be…

How does outsourcing my reporting responsibilities help my business?
Business owners and employers carry a legal responsibility to stay compliant and keep financial reporting up to date. The problem? These tasks can be time-consuming, complex and often overwhelming —…

The benefits of auditing your business
A lot of businesses still see audits as nothing more than a compliance exercise, a box to tick and move on. But in reality, an audit can be one of…

What financial steps can I complete to reduce the risk of Inheritance Tax?
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is one of the biggest considerations for anyone looking to protect their wealth and pass it on to future generations. With new reforms on the horizon in…

Thorne Widgery urges households to review financial plans following Autumn Budget
Thorne Widgery, one of Hereford and Shropshire’s leading accountancy firms, is encouraging the public to review their savings and investment plans after a series of significant announcements in this year’s…

Autumn Budget 2025
The Government went into the Autumn Budget with a tough job. The country is dealing with rising debt, ongoing cost-of-living pressures and political uncertainty, so difficult decisions were expected. From…

Global Bookkeeping Week: Meet the Team Behind the Numbers
Global Bookkeeping Week: Meet the team keeping your numbers decision-ready It’s Global Bookkeeping Week, the perfect moment to shine a light on the people who keep records accurate, deadlines calm…
