Current Issues

Our tax specialists give a round up of the latest news and changes

A summary of Rishi Sunak's key announcements in his Spending Review on 25 November 2020

Including the Charity Commission’s new online public register, updated Government Covid-19 guidance, the VAT implications for moving fundraising events online and VAT on charity social media advertising

It's less than 2 months since the Chancellor delivered his Winter Economy Plan but the pandemic has wanted further support measures to be introduced. Here are the key changes.

Brexit is still very much on the Government's agenda. Despite the ongoing uncertainty there are steps businesses can take to prepare.

The Autumn closing date of Government-backed Covid-19 loan schemes has been extended to January 2021.

Find out whether it falls under the ATED routine.

A summary of the residence nil-rate band in relation to inheritance tax

An overview of the Chancellor's latest measures to ease the economic impact of the pandemic

The Government has published draft legislation for its plans for a 2% Stamp Duty Land Tax surcharge on non-UK residents

A new survey finds owner managed businesses more resilient but still facing significant challenges

HMRC is reviewing claims to the various Covid-19 support schemes (such as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Self-Employment Income Support Scheme) to take tough action on fraud

Coronavirus measures from the FCA, FCA Connect and GABRIEL, ICT Guidelines, REP008 forms and more

A round up of the latest tax changes and news

Take part in our survey to influence Government Covid-19 support measures for businesses

How coronavirus-related expenses may affect your P11D submission.

An overview of the Chancellor's announcements to ease the economic impact of the pandemic

What the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 means for your business

Including a round up of the latest Governance guidance, new SORP information sheets and Covid support measures

The Government has extended the temporary zero VAT rate for the supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Family-run and global business - Panorama Antennas - saw a surge in demand for its products and connectivity solutions during coronavirus

Drawing on the thoughts of both Shipleys’ specialists and our valued contacts, we assess how the Government's loan support measures have fared.

Businesses adversely affected by Coronavirus may find their VAT Payments on Account scheme doesn't relfect their current trading position.

A highly successful greengrocery business that diversified its operations during the Covid-19 pandemic

Businesses who have HMRC as their supervisory authority for Money Laundering Regulations can defer their fee for 6 months.