General business

Issues to consider when running your own business.

Bribery Act 2010

This factsheet gives an overview of the procedures you must put in place in relation to the Bribery Act 2010.

Company secretarial duties

This factsheet considers what company information has to be made available and looks at whether a company secretary needs to be appointed.

The Criminal Finances Act makes companies and partnerships criminally liable for failing prevent tax evasion. This factsheet considers the key aspects of the Act and the implications for your business.

Directors’ responsibilities

Becoming a director carries with it potentially onerous duties. Make sure you know what those duties are. This factsheet gives guidance on directors’ responsibilities.

Franchising

Franchising is becoming increasingly popular. This factsheet considers the advantages and disadvantages of franchising and points to consider when considering operating as a franchise.

Fraud and how to spot it - ten step guide

This factsheet considers how you can increase your awareness of the factors that indicate fraud. It also sets out the defences that you can implement to minimise the risk within your business.

Grants

We consider if your business is eligible for a grant.

Micro Entity Accounting

This factsheet considers the options available to micro entities when preparing their accounts. This factsheet considers the options available.

Preparing for your accountant

Whether we are producing your accounts or carrying out tax compliance work, being prepared for us will ensure our work is carried out smoothly and efficiently and with the minimum disruption to yourselves. This factsheet highlights many of the ways in which you can help.

The latest news

02 Aug 2018

Bank of England raise interest rate

The Bank of England has raised the interest rate from 0.5% to 0.75%.

02 Aug 2018

Making Tax Digital for VAT

HMRC has published further information on Making Tax Digital for VAT (MTDfV).

02 Aug 2018

Scotland introduces relief for first time buyers

First-time buyers in Scotland will be helped to purchase their first home through a new tax relief which applies to Scottish Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT).

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General business

The latest news

Bank of England raise interest rate

Making Tax Digital for VAT

Scotland introduces relief for first time buyers