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Category Archives: SME
HMRC penalties alert as 5.7 million still to file tax returns
Taxpayers have been warned that they could face a penalty after HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) said 5.7 million were still to file their Self-Assessment returns.
Thousands file tax returns on Christmas Day
More than 22,000 taxpayers went online over Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day to complete their Self-Assessment tax return.
The importance of cash flow for tourism businesses
With the busy Christmas period approaching, businesses operating in the hospitality and tourism sector will be dealing with increased demand.
The significance of ‘One To Many’ letters from HMRC
Letters have been sent out to individuals listed as ‘Persons of Significant Control’ (PSC), urging them to check and, where necessary, correct their tax returns.
Avoiding obstacles with the Construction Industry Scheme
Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), contractors take money from a subcontractor’s payments and send it to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Jubilee provides extra bounce as business revenues on the rise
A royal Platinum Jubilee bounce is helping drive UK business ahead, as 60 per cent of SMEs expect to see a lift in revenues this quarter.
Loans to small businesses drop to lowest level on record
Banks have been accused of “pulling up the drawbridge” on lending to small businesses.
Student finance: How can employers stay up to date?
Student finance appears to be an issue that regularly changes, meaning those in charge of payroll for businesses must adapt to keep up.




