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We know how important it is for you to be able to find up to date business information, and our people love to share their knowledge about the news, and accounting and tax legislation. Here you will find links to our latest press releases, as well as tax planning and finance blog posts – all written by the Whitley Stimpson team, so you can read our take on topical subjects, and use our advice to help you to run your business. We have also shared the odd blog post or two about what we get up to in our communities, because we are proud to be a part of the areas where we live and work, and to support them where we can.
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Calling all clients……if HMRC write to you, please let us know
With resources stretched at HMRC at the best of times, but even more so currently, they are writing ‘nudge letters’ to taxpayers to encourage them to check their returns, but the copy that’s sent to tax advisors doesn’t necessarily tell us who they have written to.
Clearing up confusion over Capital Gains Tax
A tax expert has stepped in to clear up confusion over Capital Gains Tax (CGT).
What should employers or contractors do if the HMRC IR35 tool delivers an undetermined outcome?
The reforms to the off payroll working regulations are set to be introduced to the private sector in April 2021, and HMRC’s online tool for determining IR35 status delivers an outcome in most cases. But what should employers or contractors do if the outcome delivered by this online tool is ‘undetermined’?
Nudging to correct the tax return
HMRC uses data from many sources such as banks, land registries, and Companies House to cross-check information reported on self assessment tax returns. If HMRC’s computer finds a mismatch between the third party data and your 2018-19 tax return you may receive a letter asking you to review your return.
Maddi wins Apprentice of the Year in the LUCA Awards 2020
Whitley Stimpson’s payroll administrator Maddi Cooper has been awarded Apprentice of the Year in the national LUCA Awards 2020.
What is Whitley Stimpson doing in response to England’s new local restriction tier system?
Following the discovery of a new Coronavirus variant, England has introduced tougher restrictions. Essential, COVID secure visits can only be arranged by appointment at this time.
Virtual Christmas parties approved by HMRC
HMRC has confirmed the annual parties’ exemption will apply equally to virtual seasonal parties.
Whitley Stimpson host webinar on new VAT rules affecting the construction industry
Earlier this week we hosted a webinar about the introduction of VAT reverse charges that are set to impact the construction services industry from 1 March 2021.
What is Whitley Stimpson doing in response to England’s second lockdown?
Following Boris Johnson’s announcement in response to the rising number of COVID-19 cases we will be closing our offices from 5 November until 2 December 2020. Essential, COVID secure visits can only be arranged by appointment at this time.
Supporting the future generation of accountants
Accountancy and business advisors Whitley Stimpson is continuing its investment in young talent and has welcomed ten new starters to join its leading accountancy team.
Whitley Stimpson Share Pension Expertise Alongside Wise Investment in Two-Part Webinar Series
Earlier this month we teamed up with local wealth management and financial planning business Wise Investment to host two pension webinars.
Whitley Stimpson ranked in the Top 100 UK firms for seventh year running
Whitley Stimpson has been officially ranked as one of the country’s top accountancy firms for the...
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