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July 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…
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”…
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