Plastic Packaging Tax: what SMEs must prepare before April 2027
HMRC’s new mass balance rules will change how chemically recycled plastic is evidenced from April 2027. Affected SMEs should start checking suppliers, certification and records now.
HMRC payslip fraud warning: checks small employers should make now
HMRC has warned about payslip and CIS deduction fraud. Here are practical checks for small employers, agencies and businesses using contractors.
Pub and hotel business rates review: what small operators should do now
A review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels is under way. Here is what small operators in England and Wales should document now — and why bills do not change yet.
Companies House sign-in is changing: what small firms should do now
GOV.UK One Login will become the main way to sign in to Companies House. Small firms using shared accounts should review access before the change.
Making Tax Digital exemptions: what self-employed people should check now
HMRC has updated its guidance on applying for a Making Tax Digital for Income Tax exemption. Here is what sole traders, landlords and their advisers need to know.
Found an old R&D tax relief error? What small companies should do next
HMRC has updated its guidance for companies that need to disclose an excessive R&D tax relief claim after the normal return-amendment deadline.
Overseas staff visiting the UK? HMRC’s new PAYE checklist for small employers
HMRC has published new guidance for employers with short-term overseas workers in the UK. Here are the PAYE, National Insurance and record-keeping checks small firms should make.
Missed your first MTD quarterly update? What sole traders should do before September
HMRC will begin signing up sole traders who should already be using Making Tax Digital from September. Here is what to check if your first quarterly update is outstanding.
October Budget confirmed: the planning dates UK SMEs need now
The UK Budget is set for 28 October and the representation deadline is 9 September. Here is how small firms can prepare without acting on speculation.
Edinburgh visitor levy: what small accommodation businesses need to check
Edinburgh’s 5% visitor levy is now live. Small hotels, guest houses, hostels and self-catering operators should check booking calculations, invoices, guest messages and exemption processes.