Companies spared tax rise
The new Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has decided to keep the main rate of corporation tax at 19% at all profit levels.
NIC cut in November
The Government has decided to reverse the 1.25 percentage point increases in national insurance contribution (NIC) rates which were introduced from 6 April 2022.
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VAT portal to close
All VAT registered businesses are now required to file VAT returns using MTD-compatible software and keep VAT records in a digital format. This applies from the start of the first VAT period for newly registered businesses.
Paying your income tax bill
Many self-employed people will find January 2023 a tough month as it is predicted that domestic fuel bills will increase again and income tax payments will be due.
Loans to employees
Many employers will advance modest loans to employees to meet upfront costs which they necessarily incur to enable them to work. The loan needs to be properly documented with clear repayment terms but there is no obligation on the employer to charge interest on the outstanding capital.