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Rothmans Tax Cards
Following 2019's Spring Statement, we have updated our tax card for the new tax rates taking effect from 6th April 2019. To download this please follow the link. Alternatively, if you would like a hard copy of this handy card please contact your nearest Rothmans branch.
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BBC Radio Solent listeners put their taxing concerns to Rothmans expert
BBC Radio Solent Listeners flocked to the phone lines to ask for advice from our Tax Partner, Julian Sims, when he made his most recent appearance in the ‘Ask the Expert’ slot on the daily morning show with Sasha Twining. Julian is a popular and regular guest on the show which sees him dealing with a variety of queries from callers. Perhaps unsurprisingly on this occasion, as April 6 approaches, Julian was asked for advice on the penalties involved if tax returns included errors or omissions. Other wide-ranging topics included the tax im...
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Spring Statement 2019
Amidst ongoing economic uncertainty, largely generated by Brexit, Chancellor Philip Hammond presented the 2019 Spring Statement on 13 March 2019. This newsletter summarises the latest news and forthcoming measures that may affect you and your business. For further advice, please contact us. Inside: Measures announced Looking ahead Income tax Making Tax Digital (MTD) Changes to Entrepreneurs’ Relief Other key changes for 2019/20 Considering capital allowances What they said...
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2018/19 Year End Tax Strategies Guide
As the end of the tax year draws closer, it is important to review your financial planning strategies. By taking action before the year end, you can ensure that your affairs are as tax-efficient as possible. As your accountants, we can work with you to identify any areas where you can minimise your tax liabilities, increase the profitability of your business and maximise your personal wealth. This guide considers some tax-efficient planning strategies that you might wish to implement before 5 April 2019.
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Rothmans Chandlers Ford join in Sophie’s Appeal Santa 5k fun run
Tax Manager, Mike Moreton, and 11 members of staff at our Chandlers Ford office, joined the many runners (and pooches) on 2 December to complete a 5k community fundraiser on behalf of the charity, Sophie’s Appeal. As well as taking part in this year’s run with his 6-year-old son, Mike also mapped the route. The charity was set up by the parents of Sophie, who died of kidney cancer in 2004, to support the social, emotional and educational welfare of children, their families, nursing and support staff and provide a caring and supporting en...
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What is Making Tax Digital? - Dec 2018 update
As you may be aware, from 1 April 2019 HM Revenue & Customs ‘Making Tax Digital’ legislation goes live in the UK. Making Tax Digital (MTD) is one of the biggest changes to the administration of the tax system for at least 20 years. The essential elements of MTD for businesses and organisations are: Paper records will no longer be sufficient: it will become mandatory for almost all businesses and organisations (self-employed, partnerships, limited companies and others) to use software or a spreadsheet to keep accounting...
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