Recent HMRC developments and changes to Class 1 NICs for motoring expenditure
The Upper Tribunal case of Wilmott Dixon and Laing O’Rourke put the spotlight on HMRC’s interpretation of the definition of ‘relevant motoring expenditure’ (“RME”) and the disregard for Class 1 NICs. Historically, HMRC has taken a relatively narrow view on the type of motor expense payments that qualified as RME, with the Upper Tribunal taking […]
Update: HMRC cracks down on taxable side hustle earnings from online sales
The term “side hustle” is commonly used to describe any part-time endeavour with the intention to generate additional income alongside your main job, and these activities can be carried out on a large variety of marketplaces including Etsy, Airbnb, Depop, and many more. What are the recent developments regarding side hustles? This is not […]
Are employee parties tax-free?
If the rules around social functions are followed, employee events like your end-of-year party, or your summer barbecue are tax-deductible for you, as the employer, and tax-free for your staff. Whether your party is taking place in the office, at a local restaurant or via Zoom for your remote-working teams, you can be confident that […]
How do capital allowances reduce your tax bill? Autumn Statement update
Generally speaking, the business expenses you incur are allowable against your profits. But when it comes to fixed asset purchases (items such as machinery, equipment or vehicles), these purchases are treated slightly differently. To reduce your tax bill when purchasing fixed assets, it is important to know what capital allowances are available and how you […]
Tax implications of cryptocurrency: understanding the basics
Crypto assets are a type of digital or virtual currency that use cryptography for security. They are typically built on blockchain technology which is a decentralised and transparent ledger of all transactions. The most well-known crypto asset is Bitcoin which was introduced in 2009. Since then, thousands of other crypto assets, often referred to as […]
New corporation tax rate from April 2023
How are UK corporation tax rates set to change? From 1 April 2023, the rate of corporation tax changes from 19%, to introduce a ‘small profits rate’ of 19%, a ‘main rate’ of 25% and reintroduces ‘marginal relief’ for those where profits fall between £50,000 and £250,000, to ensure these companies will pay an overall […]
Super-deduction ending in March 2023
What is the super-deduction tax relief? Introduced in the March 2021 Budget, the capital allowances super-deduction allows companies to claim back 130% of the purchase price of qualifying plant and machinery items purchased between 1 April 2021 and 31 March 2023. Companies are also able to claim a 50% first-year allowance (FYA) for qualifying special […]
Basis Period Reform – for sole traders and partnerships
Are you self-employed, or a partner in a trading partnership? If so, you should be aware of how the ‘basis period reform’ may affect you. HMRC is moving from a ‘current year’ basis to a ‘tax year’ basis. For affected businesses (those that don’t have a year-end of 31 March or 5 April), this could […]
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment – pushed back to 2026
Making Tax Digital is the government’s initiative for digitising and streamlining the tax return process. VAT-registered businesses are already submitting quarterly VAT returns digitally to HMRC. The good news is that HMRC has pushed back the start date of the next stage of MTD – the introduction of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD […]
What are the tax benefits of using a company van?
This article will cover van benefits in kind (BIK) for employees and directors. HMRC offers a range of tax options which are dependent on how a van is used by a business. If a van is used solely for business journeys or as a pool van, you do not have to report or pay anything. […]
Changes to Capital Gains Tax for separation and divorce from 6th April 2023
Changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for separation and divorce from 6th April 2023 as outlined in the government’s policy paper: Capital Gains Tax: Separation and Divorce. From 6th April 2023, separating spouses or civil partners will be given up to three years from the year they cease to live together in which they can […]
Electric Vehicle Corporation Tax Explained (2022 Guide)
Electric vehicles are rapidly changing the face of the automotive industry, and with the impacts of increased accessibility, environmental awareness and the rapid hike in fossil fuel costs, the number of electric vehicles globally reached 6.6 million by the end of 2021, compared with the measly 14,260 from ten years ago. The Climate Change Committee […]
