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Spring Statement 2025

Chancellor Rachel Reeves today delivered her Spring Statement, outlining the Labour Government’s economic priorities and reaffirming a commitment to fiscal discipline and long-term investment.

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Planning your exit? Watch out for the BADR changes

If you are thinking about selling your business, timing could be everything.

Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), formerly known as Entrepreneurs’ Relief, helps business owners reduce their Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability when selling qualifying assets.

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Paying your employees will cost you more after 6 April

From 6 April 2025, changes to employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will take effect, increasing payroll costs for many businesses.

If you employ staff, it is advisable to prepare now for how these changes will impact you financially.

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Why you need to meet with your accountant before April

As the end of the tax year approaches, it is a good time to review your personal tax position and ensure you are making the most of available allowances.

Unlike company tax planning, which can take place throughout the year, personal tax is closely tied to the tax year-end on 5 April.

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Upcoming Inheritance Tax changes that could affect you

Upcoming changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) will be phased in over the next two years.

With property values rising and the IHT nil-rate thresholds remaining frozen until 2030, more estates will face unexpected tax bills if they fail to plan accordingly.

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Will Trump’s tariffs impact your business?

President Trump’s tariff proposals are creating uncertainty in global markets.

While the UK has not been directly targeted yet, British businesses could still feel the impact of U.S. trade policies.

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