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Merry Christmas 2025 from everyone at Essendon Accounts & Tax Not long to go now, and everyone at Essendon Accounts & Tax is looking forward to a well-deserved break over Christmas. We will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday the 24th of December 2025, returning at 8am on Tuesday the 5th of January 2026 ... Mandatory payrolling of Benefit-In-Kind delayed until 2027 Discover how mandatory payrolling of Benefits-in-Kind from April 2027 will change reporting, NICs, and employer compliance ... Why duplicate firms are appearing on Companies House Duplicate firms are appearing on Companies House? Learn why it matters & how to stay ahead. Practical tips for managing duplicate listings ... Key changes to Income Tax administration, payments and penalties Income tax administration changes are on the horizon, including new penalties and payment tweaks. Plan ahead to avoid surprises ... How a Mansion Tax could reshape bills for high-value homeowners Mansion tax announced in Autumn Budget 2025 causing concern for high-value homeowners. Learn how this property tax may affect your finances ... Did the Chancellor just save the economy, or was it just another tax heist? Did the chancellor saved the economy? A friendly, clear-eyed take on 2025 tax hikes, growth bets, and the UK’s economic outlook ... What the Autumn Budget 2025 means for anyone earning investment income Investment income faces tax hikes in Autumn Budget 2025, impacting savers and shareholders. Find out how to prepare for changes ... Get our Autumn Budget 2025 summary Autumn Budget 2025: Slow growth, high borrowing and a growing fiscal blackhole put pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Find out more ...
Companies House fees: what's changing from 1st February 2026? It seems like everyone is putting up their prices, and Companies House is no different. This starts from the 1st of February 2026 ... What the Chancellor needs to announce in the budget next week The Chancellor needs to announce in the budget a plan that protects investment, cuts red tape, and avoids new taxes that choke growth ... How employers can improve work-life balance for their employees With the state of the economy, everyone is feeling it. That's why our teams must work efficiently and not stress about their lives. Here's how employers can improve work-life balance for their employees with pragmatic, low‑friction changes ... 2025/26 company car taxable benefits: what drivers and employers need to know Understand 2025/26 company car taxable benefits, rates, CO2 bands and future rises to 2029/30 for smart employer and driver planning ... How AI can help you prepare your tax return this year Discover how AI can help you prepare your tax return more accurately and faster, with the right human oversight for peace of mind ... What Reeves' pre-budget speech didn't say and what it could mean for you Worried about Reeves’ pre-budget speech? Here’s what it could mean for your taxes, pay packets, and household bills ... Why you should check simple assessments for accuracy Check simple assessments with confidence to spot errors, fix them fast, and avoid overpaying. Know when to contact HMRC and what to do next ... Autumn Budget 2025: levelling the tax playing field for a fairer economy Autumn Budget 2025 could rebalance taxes, protect pay, and support growth while meeting fiscal rules ... How the HMRC R&D tax relief tool can streamline claims Discover how the HMRC R&D tax relief tool simplifies claims and boosts confidence for UK innovators ... Unlocking sustainable economic growth through smarter, steadier government How the UK can enable sustainable economic growth with stable rules, smarter tax, and targeted investment that boosts confidence and productivity Do you need to file a self-assessment tax return this year? Do you need to do a tax return? Find out who must file, key 2024/25 changes, and deadlines ... Why the Autumn Budget 2025 will be the Chancellor's hardest test yet Autumn Budget 2025 faces tight rules, weak growth, and business pressure—can the Chancellor deliver without new taxes? ... Royal Mint Monopoly 50p Coin Marks 90 Years of Family Rivalry Curious about the Royal Mint Monopoly 50p coin? Here's the story behind the design, the price, and a hidden golden twist. It's a neat nod to a Monopoly milestone ... What HMRC using AI on social media really means for you What HMRC using AI to scan social media means for tax evasion checks and everyday taxpayers ... HICBC: New process for paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge Learn how the High Income Child Benefit Charge works and how to pay it via PAYE without a self assessment tax return ... Understanding Tax On Pensions Without The Jargon Learn how tax on pensions works, from allowances to lump sums, tax codes, and other income ... Can HMRC Take Money From Your Bank Account Without Permission? Can HMRC take money from your bank account without permission? Learn when, how, and what safeguards protect UK taxpayers ... Tax Resistance Threatens Reeves' Strategy As Patience Wears Thin Tax resistance is rising as households and firms push back against more hikes ... Simple Assessment Payment Plans: Apply Online To Spread Your HMRC Tax Bill Learn how simple assessment payment plans help UK taxpayers spread HMRC tax bills via online application, with interest but fewer penalty risks ... CPI inflation rise to 3.8%: what it means for the UK CPI inflation rise to 3.8% pressures households and businesses as policy decisions near ... Speculation Over the Autumn Budget 2025: What Might Be Announced? Get the latest rumours and risks around the Autumn Budget 2025, from borrowing costs to possible tax changes ... Evidence Needed For Every Pension Tax Relief Claim From September 2025 From the 1st of September 2025, every pension tax relief claim needs evidence and must be made online or by post ... The Massive Problem With 'Good In Theory' Tax Planning In today's blog post, I'll discuss why tax planning should be boring. Innovative tax strategies can backfire, and policy tweaks often hinder growth and savings. Practical, predictable rules will always beat flashy headlines ... |








































