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‘Bigger’ companies now benefiting from ‘smaller’ status under IR35 rules

If your business engages contractors through personal service companies, changes to the Companies Act

2024 Child Benefit Tax Update Explained

There was good news in the spring Budget for families that claim Child Benefit

2026 Property Tax Updates for homeowners and landlords

The current UK property tax landscape brings many challenges and complexities – for both

66% of British retailers will raise prices in 2025 due to tax increases

Two thirds of UK retailers are planning to raise their prices in response to

A Quick Guide to Flexible Working Requests for Employers

” Workers currently have a day one right to request flexible working from their

Accountants for High Net Worth Individuals

As a high net worth individual, protecting your assets and managing your wealth effectively

Adapting to Change: Surviving with a smile.

Business change is a bit like British weather—constant, unpredictable, and sometimes downright inconvenient. Whether

Annual Events: Contractor Christmas Parties

Are you the owner of a UK limited contractor company and planning to host

Autumn Budget 2025: Capital Allowances Changes

Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget introduced a number of changes for SMEs including to capital

Beware of 2024 Companies House Scams

Are you a business owner or director that has an account with Companies House?

Britain’s innovators backed with £100m of new investment

The government announced around £100 million of new investment for British entrepreneurs, start-ups and

Business Car Leasing guide for 2024-2025

Does your business have a requirement for vehicles, but doesn’t have the capital to

Businesses encouraged to sign up to Cyber Resilience Pledge

The government is urging businesses of all sizes to sign up to a new

Businesses will not be required to accept cash for payments

Shops and service firms will not be required to accept cash payments, according to

Cash flow crisis? How to handle late payments legally and effectively

A recent report has revealed that UK small businesses are owed on average £21,000

Cash is Reality: Protecting Your Business from Late Payments

I have used the mantra “Turnover is sanity, Profit is vanity and Cash is

Challenges In The Hospitality Sector

The UK’s hospitality industry – covering restaurants, pubs, bars and hotels and golf clubs

Charging Interest On A Director’s Loan

Many limited company directors will no doubt find themselves needing or wanting to inject

Charities and voluntary groups

Charitable Foundations

We are seeing an increased interest from businesses in setting up charitable foundations.  A

Charities facing financial difficulty

Charities facing financial difficulty News of local charities entering administration in recent weeks will

Charity Commission Highlights Key Risks Facing Charities

The Charity Commission has recently published the “Charity Sector Risk Assessment,” which outlines some

Companies – Be careful who you are associated with.

For some fundamental areas of corporation tax, companies must consider not only their own

Companies House Accounts Filing Changes Coming in April 2028

Companies House Accounts Filing Changes Coming in April 2028 The government has confirmed how

Companies House to bring in changes to accounts filing from April 2028

Reforms to affect micro entity and small company accounts Companies House will introduce changes

Companies House WebFiling to Switch to GOV.UK One Login

Are you prepared for the change? From 13 October 2025, Companies House will require

Company Car Policy: Pros and Cons

Do some of your employees need to travel regularly as part of their day-to-day

Contractors recruitment scams: What you should know

There are few online activities and processes that aren’t targeted by scammers, and recruitment

Does your small charity need to have an audit for compliance purposes?

Running a charity means you’re busy making a difference, and an essential part of

Double Cab Pickups – updates and clarification from HMRC

If it looks like a van, is used like a van and is sold

DRC Invoicing Tips

The Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) for the construction industry has come into force from

E-invoicing is becoming mandatory for VAT invoices from 2029 – is your business ready?

From April 2029, all VAT invoices issued in the UK will need to be

Employment Allowance: Rule Change from April 2025 – Are You Now Eligible?

Employment Allowance: Rule Change from April 2025 – Are You Now Eligible? From the

Ensuring your CPD is up-to-date

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a fundamental requirement for chartered accountants, ensuring they maintain

Foreign Investment ‘Nudge Letters’ and New Online Warnings

HMRC has more access to the details of UK residents’ overseas assets than ever

FRC updates FRS 102 – UK GAAP is changing

The second periodic review, the Periodic Review 2024, was completed in March 2024, with

Full expensing for companies – the end of capital allowances complexity?

With the announcement of permanent full expensing for capital expenditure on plant and machinery

Government Launches £16bn National Housing Bank to Support Housebuilding and Regeneration

Government Launches £16bn National Housing Bank to Support Housebuilding and Regeneration The UK Government

Great news for farmers and family businesses – Agricultural and Business Property Relief Allowance

On 23rd December 2025, the government delivered some great news for farming families and

Growth Guarantee Scheme now open for applications

The successor to the Recovery Loan Scheme, the Growth Guarantee Scheme, has now been

Has M&S’s Viral Strawberry Sandwich Landed Them In A Jam With HMRC?

No doubt your social media newsfeed has been jam-packed with posts about M&S’s new

Helping Hand for Small Businesses Struggling with Debt

If you run a small business or work for yourself, you’ll know that money

HMRC Tightens VAT Enforcement on Gifts and Influencer PR

If you’re a business that works with social media influencers for help with promoting

HMRC’s latest Charter assessment reports service improvements needed

“HMRC is undergoing a significant amount of change as it transitions to becoming a

Homes England Compliance Audits 2026/27 – what you need to know

Homes England has now launched its 2026/27 Compliance Audit programme, with providers being notified

How a General Election Can Affect Your Business

The buzz about the general election is inescapable and relentless. Tempted to switch off

How might the changes to company size thresholds affect your business?

It was planned that in October 2024, company size thresholds were to increase by

Important Update from HMRC: Home Responsibilities Protection and State Pension Entitlement

In a recent communication from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), significant information regarding Home

Increase to company thresholds

Thresholds based on a company’s accounts and employee numbers determine whether a company is

Insolvency Service has a busy year

The Insolvency Service has published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2025 to 2026,

IR35 Update 2024: What It Means for Contractors and Businesses

Introduced back in April 2021, the off-payroll working rules (IR35) have been a source

Is cryptocurrency considered ‘property’ for Inheritance Tax purposes?

The short answer is yes – HMRC considers cryptocurrency as property for Inheritance Tax

Key Business Changes Coming in 2026: What SMEs Need to Know

As one tax year ends, another begins… bringing with it a range of tax

Landlords – Joint Ownership Types for Rental Properties

Considering sharing a rental property with someone? Jointly owning a property is a viable

Managing increasing cyber security risks

Cyber attacks increased in 2025 and affected businesses of all sizes across many sectors.

Mandatory Companies House Identity Verification from 18 November 2025

Reminder: Mandatory Companies House Identity Verification from 18 November 2025 From 18 November 2025,

Mitchell Charlesworth Welcomes Warr & Co to the team

We’re delighted to announce that Warr & Co has joined the Mitchell Charlesworth team,

MTD for Income Tax & Quarterly Reporting

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax comes into effect in April this year

MTD Quarterly Reporting – Will I need to pay my tax quarterly for MTD quarterly reporting??

Following on from our previous blog post ‘MTD for Income Tax & Quarterly Reporting’,

New Charity SORP Is on the Way: What Trustees and Finance Teams Should Know

If you’re involved with a charity – whether you’re on the board, manage the

New Identity Verification Requirements for UK Company Directors: What You Need to Know

In August, Companies House announced that mandatory identification requirements will apply from 18th November

New PM, Andy Burnham’s, Tax Plans

In July, Andy Burnham replaced Sir Keir Starmer as the UK’s Prime Minister –

New targeted advance assurance service for R&D launched

From 18 May 2026, HMRC has expanded its advance assurance service for Research &

Operating outside IR35? Say ‘thanks, but no thanks’ to that company Christmas party invite!

There are a lot of benefits to being self-employed, like managing your own schedule

Our New Stockport Team are the Top Rated Accountancy Firm in Stockport Three Years Running!

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news about Warr & Co, who joined Mitchell

Payrolling Benefits in Kind: Replacing the P11D procedure.

The UK government has long sought to streamline the taxation and reporting of benefits

Recent cases from the First Tier Tribunal and how can this help with future R&D claims

Get On Board vs. HMRC and Tills Plus vs. HMRC Both these cases have

Rent Standard 2026 – What the New Rules Mean for Social Landlords

The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has published the Rent Standard 2026, following the

Securing the Future: How Tax Reliefs Shape the Retirement Dreams of Business Owners

For many small business owners, their venture is more than just a livelihood—it’s their

Self Assessment Isn’t Just for January. Why Year-Round Tax Planning Saves You Money

  Every January, thousands of taxpayers scramble to file their Self Assessment return at

Should Landlords Sell Up or Scale Up in 2025?

Across the UK, landlords are choosing to sell up following increasing pressures on the

Starting a new business

Are you thinking about starting a new business? Starting a business in the UK

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes from April 2026

From 6th April 2026, the rules around Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changed as part

Tax Update 2026: What HMRC’s Changes Mean for Small Business Owners

Tax Update 2026: What HMRC’s Changes Mean for Small Business Owners On 23 June

The Best New Small Business Ideas for 2023

The end of the year is often the time for reflection, to evaluate your

The best Startup and Small Business Ideas for 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, there are many opportunities for first time entrepreneurs

The Employment Rights Act 2025: preparing your payroll

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is being rolled out in phases across 2026 and

The MTD Clock Is Ticking: What Sole Traders Need To Do Before August

The MTD Clock Is Ticking: What Sole Traders Need To Do Before August Since

Thinking of buying another business? What due diligence should you consider?

When in business, it’s not uncommon to be approached by another business with a

To Infinity and Beyond: Creating a Future for Your Business by Learning from the Present

When Spotify’s founder Daniel Ek announced he was stepping back as CEO after nearly

VAT for Leisure Centres

In March 2023, HMRC announced that local authorities managing in-house leisure centres could treat

VAT Threshold Raised To Help Small Businesses In 2024

Announced in the spring budget and brought into effect from 1st April 2024, the

What can we learn from high-profile HMRC IR35 cases?

The off-payroll working rules (also known as IR35) are complex, and they can be

What is ‘corporate identity theft’ and how can you protect your business’s identity?

Corporate identity theft (or business identity theft) is when a criminal impersonates a business

What IT Contractors can expect in 2025

The last 12 months has been an interesting one for the IT industry, with

Big Ben Parliament

What Tax Changes Can Companies Expect With the New Labour Government?

Following the outcome of the 4th July general election, many businesses will be wondering

What the UK Digital ID Scheme Means for Your Business

In September 2025, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans for a mandatory digital ID

What to do if your accountant is retiring

When your accountant announces their retirement, it’s natural to feel a sense of unease. 

What US Tariffs Mean for Small and Medium Businesses in the UK

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States of America

What’s the impact of increased employer NI contributions for small businesses

The announcement in the autumn budget—the first delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves—that received the

Who would be an executor nowadays?

Pensions, probate and the brave soul holding the tax calculator There are some questions

Why every business needs a 12-month profit improvement plan

Many businesses start the year with ambitious sales targets. The problem is that increased

Why Hiring Contractors ‘Inside IR35’ is a Bad Idea

Since the Off-Payroll Working rules (IR35) came into force for the private sector on

Why Xero Accounting Software is a Great Choice for Self-employed

If you’re self-employed you should invest in accounting software, but there’re a lot of

Business Law changes

Changes to UK Company Law and Companies House

Changes to UK company law and Companies House The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency

R&D Changes from April 2024

A little less compensation, a little more admin, R&D relief We have seen an

Kreston Academies Benchmark Report 2024

Academy Sector Sliding Towards Deficit revealed in 2024 Academies Benchmark Report The 12th annual

Minimum wage rates increase from 1 April 2024

Changes are on the horizon as minimum wage rates are set to increase from

Mastering Cash Flow Forecasting

In the dynamic world of managing a business, one of the most critical elements

Board Governance – What does good look like?

Governance is a term used to describe the trustees’ role in: • the long-term

Managing Conflicts of Interest

Managing conflicts of interest Trustees have a duty to act in the best interest

The Six Legal Responsibilities of a Trustee

To kick off this years Trustees’ Week we are recapping the six legal responsibilities

Auto-Enrolment extension receives Royal Assent

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a change to the age

Kreston Charities Report 2023

Mitchell Charlesworth are proud to be part of Kreston Global, a network of accounting

Academies Benchmark Report 2023

Growing nervousness for Academy Trusts highlighted in the latest Academies Benchmark Report. The 11th

Autism Together appoints accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth

North West charity Autism Together has appointed Mitchell Charlesworth as its auditors and to

HMRC confirm VAT return portal closure date

HMRC have confirmed that on Tuesday 1 November 2022, VAT registered businesses will no

Changes to National Minimum and National Living Wage Rates and Age Bracket Changes 2022

Employers should be aware that on 1 April 2022, the government is increasing both

National Insurance Contributions and Dividend Tax Rates set to rise

The government have recently announced that both National Insurance Contributions and Dividend Tax Rates

Reminder: Form P11D submission deadline is approaching

Are you an employer? Do you provide benefits or expenses to your employees (or

Updated Timeline Announced for Making Tax Digital for VAT!

HMRC have today (17 October 2018) announced that for a small minority of VAT

Mitchell Charlesworth boosts corporate recovery and insolvency team

Mitchell Charlesworth has boosted its corporate recovery and insolvency team with the appointment of

Kreston members Awni Farsakh and Mitchell Charlesworth collaborate to host UAE VAT Seminar in Dubai

Mitchell Charlesworth VAT Director, Alison Birch, was the guest speaker at a recent VAT

Accountancy experts take platinum Xero partner status

Experts from North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth have achieved the very highest status

Government Announces Delay to Making Tax Digital Ambitions

The Government’s plans to implement their Making Tax Digital project has been delayed by

Maritime Monitoring Company Bouyed by Merseyside Innovation Award Win

Yesterday evening, Liverpool-based Marlan Maritime were awarded the highly contested and prestigious Merseyside Innovation

Updated HMRC Guidance for holding companies and VAT Recovery

In April 2017 HMRC released their updated guidance for holding companies and VAT recovery.

What we may see in the last ever Spring Budget

Ahead of the Spring Budget 2017 we have outlined what we expect to see

Ultrasonic Coffee Machine Cleaner claims January Merseyside Innovation Award

If you have ever bought a coffee from a high street chain you may

Mitchell Charlesworth bolsters Corporate Tax Team

Mitchell Charlesworth has strengthened its growing tax team with the appointment of Jennifer Curtis

MC Vanguard support NHS Imaging Equipment Specialist in Securing Investment

Med Imaging Healthcare has secured £3million investment through the Foresight Regional Investment Fund, which

Mitchell Charlesworth announce promotion in Chester Office

Mitchell Charlesworth is announcing a new promotion after continued growth, which also saw the

Mitchell Charlesworth Appoint Senior Personal Tax Manager

Mitchell Charlesworth have appointed a senior personal tax manager boosting its expert tax team.

VAT Aide Memoire for Minimising Your Threats & Maximising Your Opportunities

A large proportion of a business’ cash flow can be tied up in VAT

Mitchell Charlesworth Charge Up Audit Department with New Appointment & Promotion

Mitchell Charlesworth is charging up its audit and accounts division with the appointment and

Mitchell Charlesworth Appoint Senior VAT Manager

Mitchell Charlesworth have appointed a new Senior VAT Manager to drive growth across its

Mitchell Charlesworth’s Accelerated Service completes Watford Control acquisition

Mitchell Charlesworth has completed its first transaction through its new Accelerated service with the

Mitchell Charlesworth announces Kemp and Co Merger

SME specialist and North West based accountants and business advisors, Mitchell Charlesworth has today

MC Vanguard’s Jerry Scriven joins the VOOM from Virgin Media Business judging panel

MC Vanguard’s Jerry Scriven has been invited to join VOOM from Virgin Media Business’ semi-final judging

VAT and Overseas Supplies of Digital Services

Businesses who supply digital services to overseas customers may be unaware of the potential

Merseyside Innovation Awards honour three pioneering businesses

Three pioneering Merseyside businesses have claimed the April, May and June Merseyside Innovation Award

VAT Reverse Charge for Construction Services

Update: VAT Reverse Charge Delayed until 1 March 2021 – read more. To tackle

Mitchell Charlesworth promotes seven

North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth has made seven promotions, including two partners in

MC Vanguard advises on sale of Crest Environmental

MC Vanguard Corporate Finance has advised on the sale of Crest Environmental to AA

How does the VAT reverse charge for construction work?

September 2019 Update: VAT Reverse Charge in Construction Industry Delayed by 12 months –

5D Health Protection Group Wins Merseyside Innovation Award

Liverpool’s multi award-winning contract research organisation and centre of excellence in biofilm and microbiology

Fleetsolve takes home MIA Prestige Award

Fleetsolve, the Wirral-based renewable power solutions specialist, has won the Merseyside Innovation Prestige Award.

Mitchell Charlesworth boosts tax team with two new senior hires

North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth has strengthened its expert tax team with two

Mitchell Charlesworth boosts corporate finance team with the promotion of James Curtis to manager

Mitchell Charlesworth has bolstered its corporate finance arm, MC Vanguard with the promotion of

HMRC report shows increase in R&D tax relief claims but many SMEs are missing out on this valuable tax credit

Phil Hartley, tax manager at North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth comments on the

MC Vanguard advises on the sale of Little Friends Day Nursery

MC Vanguard Corporate Finance has advised on the sale of Little Friends Day Nursery

Annual Investment Allowance

With the UK’s exit from the EU rapidly approaching, the possibility of a ‘no

R&D tax credits for the architecture and engineering industry: Is your innovation being rewarded?

Although research and development tax credits have been available to businesses since 2000, many

Merry Christmas…

…and Best Wishes from Mitchell Charlesworth We would like to take this opportunity to

Government plans to shake up insolvency regime

Julie Webster, corporate recovery and insolvency associate at Mitchell Charlesworth, comments on the Government’s

Making Tax Digital for VAT – How will it affect you?

Alison Birch, VAT partner at Mitchell Charlesworth reminds businesses that the Government’s new rules

Eleven banks approved to join £350 million RBS Incentivised Switching Scheme

Eleven banks have been approved to participate in the £350 million RBS Incentivised Switching

Deficits distract academies from education

A new academy survey warns that financial uncertainty risks hampering academies in the North

Mitchell Charlesworth strengthens corporate recovery and insolvency team

Mitchell Charlesworth has bolstered its corporate recovery and insolvency team with the appointment of

Accountant aims to raise £2.5k for charity Stick ‘n’ Step by running London marathon

An accountant from Runcorn will be taking on the London Marathon in aid of

The new college insolvency regime

Tim Brock, qualified accountant and restructuring professional at Mitchell Charlesworth, explains what colleges need

Cara Bartlett takes on 13 half marathons in 13 weeks for charity

Mitchell Charlesworth’s head of marketing, Cara Bartlett, is running 13 half marathons in 13

Tectores Crowned Latest Merseyside Innovation Awards’ Monthly Winner

Wirral-based Tectores have become the second monthly winners of the 2019 Merseyside Innovation Awards

Solicitors Regulation Authority to launch new accounts rules in November

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has confirmed new regulations will come into force on

Signing up to Making Tax Digital for VAT – Important information

As you will be aware, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT is now live

Orcha Crowned Merseyside Innovation Awards’ March Monthly Winner

Daresbury-based Orcha have become the March monthly winner of the 2019 Merseyside Innovation Awards

Mitchell Charlesworth announces raft of new client wins

Mitchell Charlesworth’s Manchester office has secured a raft of new client wins across Manchester

Mitchell Charlesworth strengthens team with key promotions and appointment

North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth has strengthened its audit and accounts team with

PIN IoT announced as latest monthly winner of the Merseyside Innovation Awards

Liverpool-based PIN IoT have been announced as the May monthly winner of the 2019

Mitchell Charlesworth managing partner takes on 200 mile challenge in aid of scout group

Paul Wainwright, managing partner of Mitchell Charlesworth, is planning to run and cycle 200

HMRC clarifies its position on import VAT reclaim

Do you need to change your importation process? HMRC have released Revenue & Customs

Mitchell Charlesworth supports The Hollies Farm Shop Group with senior finance hire

Mitchell Charlesworth has supported The Hollies Farm Shop Group with the recruitment of a

KRTS Power to Respond Ltd announced as latest monthly winner of the Merseyside Innovation Awards

Wirral-based KRTS Power to Respond Ltd have been announced as the June monthly winner

Three Merseyside businesses battle for the chance to win £10,000

Three pioneering Merseyside businesses will compete to take top prize at the 2019 Merseyside

8 top tips for a successful R&D tax claim

The government is actively pushing UK companies to claim R&D tax relief, given they

MC Vanguard advises on MBO of Challenger Mobile Communications

MC Vanguard has advised on the management buy out of a Welsh business-to-business telecoms

The impact of Brexit on the legal sector

In a series of blogs, Mitchell Charlesworth partner, Mike Buxton, looks at some of

The new VAT reverse charge for the construction industry – November 2020 update

June 2020 Update – VAT Reverse Charge in Construction Industry Delayed until 1 March

Mitchell Charlesworth hosts charity quiz in aid of Ronald McDonald House

Mitchell Charlesworth is hosting a charity quiz in aid of Ronald McDonald House. Ronald

Technology and the legal sector

In a series of blogs, Mitchell Charlesworth partner, Mike Buxton, looks at some of

Urgent Information about EORI Numbers

Further to our last Brexit update which you can read here, the Government has confirmed

Update to the VAT Do-It-Yourself Scheme

The government have today released a full list of eligible building materials and services

Breaking: Delay to Domestic Reverse Charge VAT in Construction Services

HMRC have today announced that the Domestic Reverse Charge VAT for Construction Services will

Staying competitive in the legal market

In his latest blog Mitchell Charlesworth partner, Mike Buxton, looks at how law firms

Mitchell Charlesworth host Charity Quiz in aid of Ronald McDonald House

Last night, (Thursday 26 September 2019) Mitchell Charlesworth hosted a charity quiz on behalf

HMRC report shows rise in R&D tax relief claims but many SMEs are still missing out

Phil Hartley, tax manager at North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth comments on the

Financial challenges within the education sector begin to bite

Tim Brock, qualified accountant and restructuring professional at Mitchell Charlesworth, provides an update on

HMRC allow businesses to apply for more time to comply with Making Tax Digital

MTD is in full swing with the deferred businesses now falling within the scope

Mitchell Charlesworth raises over £1800 for Ronald McDonald House

Mitchell Charlesworth has donated more than £1800 to Ronald McDonald House, Manchester and this

Further pledges to review IR35/Off Payroll Rules Announced

The Conservative Party have pledged to review the ‘Off Payroll’/IR35 Rules as part of

Merry Christmas…

..and Best Wishes from Mitchell Charlesworth! We would like to take this opportunity to

Pre-pack sale saves jobs at Preston law firm

Seven jobs have been saved at a Preston law firm following its sale out

Exclusive Rewards receives R&D tax credits which help launch new website

North West cashback website Exclusive Rewards has launched a new website. Southport-based Exclusive Rewards

Changes to National Minimum and National Living Wage Rates 2020

Employers should be aware that on 1 April 2020, the government is increasing both

Mitchell Charlesworth boosts audit team with two new appointments and a promotion

North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth has strengthened its audit and accounts team with

HMRC announces change to the Off-Payroll Working Rules (IR35)

HM Revenue & Customs have today clarified that the new off-payroll working rules (referred

Making Tax Digital – Soft-landing period ends soon

**Updated 15 February 2021** In April 2019 Making Tax Digital (‘MTD’) was launched which

Updated: Business Continuity Assurance

Introduction and Reminder (Updated 24 March 2020) In light of ongoing developments regarding COVID-19,

Chancellor outlines Emploment and Wage Subsidy Measures in light of COVID-19

Please refer to our updated guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme here, updated

Information on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

The government has laid out unprecedented new measures to protect individuals and employments during

What is meant by ‘Furlough’? Your questions answered

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mitchell Charlesworth Payroll Services team are currently receiving an

Chancellor Outlines Support Measures for Self Employed

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has this evening, 26th March 2020, outlined the Government’s measures

Updated: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

The government has provided further guidance for employers on how the Coronavirus Job Retention

Business Insurance – Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Some or all of my employees are working from home due to recent

Changes to the Insolvency Scheme during COVID-19

On Saturday 28th March the Business Secretary Alok Sharma announced changes to the insolvency

Jobs saved as engineering firm acquired out of administration

Twenty-one jobs have been saved at a Lancashire engineering firm after it was acquired

New partner appointed by Mitchell Charlesworth

Mitchell Charlesworth has appointed a new partner. Alex Makinson has over twenty years of

Updated Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and furlough

Further guidance was issued over the weekend concerning the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and

Charities and COVID 19 Update

The Chancellor has this evening (8 April 2020) announced a package of financial support

Updated: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Furlough Claims

The government’s portal for claiming furlough grants under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is

Furlough period extended until the end of June 2020

The Chancellor has today confirmed that the furlough scheme will now extend to the

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme extended until October 2020

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today (12 May) announced that the job retention scheme

Update to Furlough Scheme and SEISS

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has this evening (29 May) announced updates to both the

Government launches consultation on taxation of coronavirus support payments and recovery of incorrect use of funds

The government have launched a consultation for draft legislation to be included in the

Breaking: Further Delay to Domestic Reverse Charge VAT in Construction Services

HMRC have today announced that the Domestic Reverse Charge VAT for Construction Services will

Mitchell Charlesworth clients rally during pandemic

It’s easy to overlook success in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, so we

Withdrawal of Postal Search Concession: VAT Implications

HMRC have announced in Revenue and Customs Brief 6 (2020) that they are withdrawing

Furlough Fraud – Accidental or Deliberate?

There has been plenty in the media of late concerning potential abuse of the

Insolvency petitions suspended until September 30th 2020

**UPDATED: TIME PERIOD FOR STATUTORY MORATORIUM AND TERMINATION CLAUSES FOR SMALL SUPPLIERS NOW EXTENDED

Academies Financial Update: Growth funding now available through the new Trust Capacity Fund

This week, the Department for Education published guidance on the new Trust Capacity Fund

VAT Rate Cut to 5% for certain sectors

The Government has announced a temporary reduction of the VAT rate applicable to the

Chancellor’s Summer Statement

In light of the UK economy having retracted by 25% since the global COVID-19

“Eat Out to Help Out” (EOHO) Scheme

As we reported yesterday the Chancellor introduced a new “Eat Out to Help Out”

VAT Rate Cut Further Details

The Government yesterday announced a temporary reduction of the VAT rate applicable to the

VAT Rate Cut for the Hospitality Sector | Highlights

Following on from the government’s recent announcement, the temporary reduction of the VAT rate

Apprenticeship Incentive Payments Update 28 January 2021

** Article Update: The Apprenticeship Incentive Payment Scheme has been extended until 31 March

ESFA issues a further letter to all Accounting Officers

The Chief Executive of the Education and Skills Funding Agency, Eileen Milner, has once

Update: Making Tax Digital | 22 July 2020

HMRC announced its roadmap for the future rollout of Making Tax Digital (‘MTD’) yesterday

Job Retention Scheme Guidance Announced

Due to the extension of furlough until 31 March 2021 the Job Retention Bonus

Academies Financial Update: Catch-Up Premium and Reporting Requirements

The DfE and ESFA have recently published two important documents advising and updating academies

Academies Financial Submissions Deadlines Extended

The Chief Executive of the Education and Skills Funding Agency, Mrs Eileen Milner, has

New grants for businesses affected by local lockdowns

Businesses in England that fall within local lockdown areas and are required to close*

CJRS Calculation Changes

A small but important update to the UK Government’s guidance around the calculation of

Employers sent furlough scheme compliance letters from HMRC

HMRC has stepped up compliance activity and begun to write to employers who it

Chancellor’s Winter Economy Plan

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak, has today, Thursday 24 September, announced his Winter Economy Plan in

Time to Pay Scheme

Following on from the Chancellor’s Winter Economic Statement last week, further details have now been announced

Job Retention Scheme Bonus Guidance

*Due to the extension of furlough until 31 March 2021 the Job Retention Bonus

HMRC report shows rise in R&D tax claims

Phil Hartley, tax manager at North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth, comments on the

Chancellor announces expansion of Job Support Scheme with localised lockdown furlough and cash grants for affected businesses

The Chancellor has today confirmed an expansion to the previously announced Job Support Scheme. Businesses

Liverpool City Region announces new Hospitality & Leisure Support Grant

Following the Government’s announcement that the Liverpool City Region would be placed into ‘Tier

COVID-19: R&D tax credits boost cashflow

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mitchell Charlesworth has helped businesses in the

Charity Fraud Awareness Week 2024: 5 steps to protect from charity fraud

This week is International Charity Fraud Awareness Week 2024 (25 – 29 November) which

Cautionary tale about HMRC tax investigations

Mitchell Charlesworth partner Mike Buxton advises businesses and individuals on how to guard against

Chancellor amends Winter Economy Plan for Tier 2 & 3 Businesses

On Thursday 22 October the chancellor Rishi Sunak announced further financial support measures for

Applications for the Liverpool City Region Hospitality & Leisure Support Grant close tomorrow 30 October 2020

A reminder that applications for the Liverpool City Region Hospitality & Leisure Support Grant

Alert for Employers: Job Support Scheme (Open) – Temporary Working Agreement

Generally, employers are able to claim the JSS Open where some, or all, of

National COVID-19 Restrictions reimposed for November & further economic support announced

The Government announced yesterday, Saturday 31 October that the UK as whole faces further

Self Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) 80% Grant Extension for November

In his speech to the House of Commons on 2nd November, the Prime Minister confirmed

Insolvency news update: Q3 2020 company insolvency rates released

Jeremy Oddie, corporate recovery and insolvency partner at North West accountancy firm Mitchell Charlesworth

Furlough and SEISS now extended to March 2021

The Chancellor has today confirmed that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is to be

Furlough claims for November open today | Updated CJRS Guidance

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Road Mole seals victory with first Merseyside Innovation Award for 2018

Revolutionary pothole repair system, Road Mole, renowned for it’s fast and cost-effective circular reconstructive

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Mitchell Charlesworth reveals charity monies raised in 2017

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