Category Archives: Tax

11 reasons to do your tax return before the deadline

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11 reasons to do your tax return before the deadline   Nobody likes to do tax returns, but there are actually some pretty good reasons to do your tax return before the deadline and get it out of the way.     1. Avoid Last-Minute Stress: Getting it done well […]

High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) Updates: What You Need to Know

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High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) Updates: What You Need to Know   Starting from 6 April 2024, significant changes to the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) have been introduced. These updates could reduce your tax burden and bring welcome financial relief to many families. Here’s a breakdown of […]

Labour Party’s Tax Plans

Following Keir Starmer’s recent appointment as Prime Minister, we would like to provide you with a summary of the Labour Party’s main tax plans, which we are aware of. With so many claims and counterclaims made by all political parties in the run-up to the General election, it may be […]

Tax Changes for Furnished Holiday Let Property Owners

There are proposed changes to the tax rules relating to Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) accommodation.   For many years taxpayers who own holiday homes which are let out to the public on a commercial basis have benefitted from numerous tax reliefs, providing they meet the conditions of a “Furnished Holiday […]

Latest Financial Updates for Healthcare

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Following the AISMA conference (Association Independent Specialist Medical Accountants) the healthcare team at Robson Laidler have pulled together the key areas and latest financial updates that our healthcare professionals should be aware of:   NHS pension problems   We know that your pension is always on your mind due to […]

Clarity on the implications of basis period reform

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As the tax season approaches you may be confused over the changes with the tax basis period reform, particularly if you have a financial year that doesn’t align with the standard 31 March or 5 April.   There has been some misunderstanding regarding whether businesses can distribute excess profits if […]

What happens if you don’t file your tax return before 31st January?

What happens if you don’t file your tax return on time? You should have filed your 2023 Personal Tax Return and Partnership Tax Returns by 31 January 2024. If you did not file on time HMRC will charge an automatic £100 penalty to individuals. For a late submission of a […]

Understanding HMRC Letters Regarding Company Capital Allowances / Annual Investment Allowance

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has initiated a correspondence campaign, sending letters to companies regarding their capital allowance claims, specifically the Annual Investment Allowance. These letters, while potentially raising concerns, shouldn’t necessarily spark alarm. Let’s delve into what these letters entail and how companies should respond.   Understanding the Purpose […]

Staff entertaining expenses dentists need to get their teeth into

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We know that our dental clients like a party, as do we, but do you know the staff expenses tax implications of entertaining and Christmas bonuses? An annual Christmas party, or a meal and drinks out with your staff is enough to trigger a tax charge if the limits are […]