June 2025 Newsletter

English garden during the month of June.

As we move into June and the early days of summer, it’s an ideal time to take stock of the latest tax developments and deadlines. With longer days and a new quarter approaching, now is the moment for businesses and individuals alike to stay ahead of upcoming obligations and opportunities. In the June 2025 edition…

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January 2025 Newsletter

Happy New year 2025

Happy New Year from Mercian Accountants, and welcome to the January 2025 edition of our Newsletter. We hope your New Year resolutions are still intact (or at least as sturdy as your festive leftovers). As always, this newsletter is brimming with essential updates, key deadlines, and timely reminders to keep you and your business in…

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December 2024 Newsletter

winter, trees, snow

Ho, ho, hold on to your calculators—it’s December, and we’ve got a cracker of a newsletter for you! 🎄 Whether you’re planning a Christmas party that won’t land your staff with a surprise tax bill or strategising for the big changes to agricultural property relief, we’re here to keep your financial affairs on the “nice”…

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The Autumn Budget – 30 October 2024

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On 30 October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented her first budget to parliament. This was a budget intended to restore stability to our economy and to begin a decade of national renewal. Investment will be funded by revised debt rules to facilitate additional borrowing and a hefty £40 billion of tax rises. Headlines included: Below,…

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October 2024 Newsletter

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Welcome to our October 2024 newsletter. As we approach the Autumn Budget, speculation is rife about potential changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and other financial policies. In this edition, we will explore some of the key rumours surrounding CGT reforms, including possible rate adjustments, the future of Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), and the…

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September 2024 Newsletter

Red Leaf Trees Near the Road

Welcome to the September edition of our Newsletter. As the new season begins, we’re here to keep you informed about the latest developments and updates in the world of taxation. In this issue, we cover a range of important topics, from potential changes to inheritance tax to the benefits of setting up a tax-free childcare…

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July 2024 Newsletter

the lavender flower, nectar, bee

As we bask in the warmth of summer, we’re here to bring you the latest updates and insights on tax matters that may impact you and your business. Whether you’re planning a well-deserved holiday or staying busy with your professional pursuits, we hope this edition provides valuable information to keep you informed. This month, we…

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June 2024 Newsletter

cry stone walls, yorkshire, dales

Welcome to the June edition of Tax E-News! Summer is here, but don’t let tax deadlines slip your mind. This edition highlights important tax obligations for employers and individuals in June and July, including key dates for filing employee benefits, reporting securities, and reimbursing private fuel costs. Report Employee Benefits on Form P11d by 6…

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May 2024 Newsletter

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Welcome to the May 2024 edition of our monthly tax newsletter! We hope you find this information useful. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the topics covered or anything else tax-related. Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) Pilot Testing While Making Tax Digital for…

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April 2024 Newsletter

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Happy New Tax Year! In this April issue, we highlight some key tax changes that took effect from the start of the new tax year. Unfortunately, most of the income tax and national insurance thresholds continue to be frozen, resulting in an increasing number of higher-rate taxpayers. The major exception is the welcome increase in…

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