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Angela Rayner’s £40,000 SDLT Error – and How You Can Avoid It
The recent headlines about Angela Rayner’s property purchase may have caught your attention. While the political story has dominated coverage, the more important takeaway for most people is that Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is rarely straightforward. Where trusts or complex family arrangements are involved, the rules can be particularly difficult to navigate. What appears…
Read MoreSeptember 2025 Newsletter
As we settle into autumn, it’s a good time to review recent developments in tax and payroll that may affect your business or personal finances. In this September edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter, we highlight HMRC’s renewed focus on private use adjustments for business expenses, upcoming changes to Statutory Sick Pay from April 2026,…
Read MoreAugust 2025 Newsletter
As summer moves into its final stretch, now is an opportune moment to take stock of the latest tax developments and legislative updates. In the August edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter, we unpack the key announcements from Legislation Day 2025, including measures aimed at closing the tax gap, proposed changes to inheritance tax reliefs,…
Read MoreJuly 2025 Newsletter
As we move into July and the height of summer, it’s a good time to review your tax planning and stay ahead of key deadlines. This month’s Mercian Accountants newsletter covers efficient profit extraction for owner-managed companies, tax-free childcare accounts for summer costs, pension salary sacrifice schemes, and MTD reporting for jointly held property. We…
Read MoreJune 2025 Newsletter
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…
Read MoreMay 2025 Newsletter
As we step into May and welcome the brighter days of spring, it’s the perfect time for a fresh look at the latest tax developments. Just as the season brings renewal and growth, significant changes are on the horizon for both taxpayers and businesses. In the May 2025 edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter, we…
Read MoreNew Companies House Requirement: Identity Verification Coming Soon
As part of the evolving changes under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCT), identity verification will soon become a mandatory requirement for Companies House filings. These reforms aim to enhance the accuracy and security of the UK’s corporate register and prevent misuse of UK companies for fraudulent activity. Key Dates to Know Dates…
Read MoreApril 2025 Newsletter
As spring blossoms and Easter approaches, we welcome you to the April 2025 edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter. As this season brings renewal, the new tax year offers fresh opportunities to get your finances in order. With key updates from the Spring Statement, now is the time to review your tax position – whether…
Read MoreSpring Statement 2025
As the days grow longer and the weather (hopefully) starts to improve, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves took to the dispatch box on 26 March 2025 to deliver her first Spring Statement. While many of us are busy thinking about Easter plans or tackling the garden, the Treasury has been hard at work pruning the public…
Read MoreMarch 2025 Newsletter
The sun is shining, which means it’s time for the March 2025 edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter! As spring starts to peek around the corner, it’s a perfect time to get a jump on your tax planning. With deadlines looming and new rules on the horizon, now’s the moment to ensure you’re fully prepared…
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