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New 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…
Read MoreFebruary 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the February 2025 edition of the Mercian Accountants newsletter. February might be the shortest month, but there’s still plenty to think about when it comes to tax planning. As the tax year-end creeps closer, now’s the time to ensure you’re not leaving money on the table – or worse, accidentally donating it to…
Read MoreJanuary 2025 Newsletter
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…
Read MoreDecember 2024 Newsletter
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”…
Read MoreThe Autumn Budget – 30 October 2024
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,…
Read MoreOctober 2024 Newsletter
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…
Read MoreSeptember 2024 Newsletter
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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