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Visas and work permits: what are the rules for artists touring in Europe after Brexit?
18 October 2021
More than half of EU Member States have agreed to offer UK musicians and performers visa and work permit-free travel, it has been confirmed. The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) said the agreement will give UK artists the confidence to continue performing in Europe.
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I have been sent a nudge letter by HMRC – What should I do next?
15 October 2021
Thousands of taxpayers across the UK have received ‘nudge letters’ from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) encouraging them to declare unpaid tax. The reasons for being targeted vary but the impact of being contacted by HMRC can cause a lot of stress, leaving many taxpayers unsure about what they should do.
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Received a CJRS compliance check? Act now!
15 October 2021
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) ended in September but many firms could still be subject to a CJRS compliance check in the weeks and months ahead. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has been sending out letters to employers throughout the year telling them they need to pay back CJRS payments because they claimed too much or are suspected of furlough fraud.
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MTD for Income Tax delayed – What it means for you
15 October 2021
Unincorporated businesses have heaved a sigh of relief after the Government delayed the date for the implementation of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) by one year to 2024. Hit hard by the pandemic, it will give these businesses, including the self-employed and landlords...
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Buying a business – Top tips to secure the best deal
15 October 2021
Have you ever considered buying a business? Whether you are an experienced entrepreneur or just starting out, acquiring a ‘ready-made’ business offers a number of advantages. For established businesses, buying a second company can help them break into new markets or acquire machinery, skilled workers or innovations...
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Six steps to secure finance for your business
15 October 2021
Lots of businesses are seeking out finance at the moment, whether to fund an acquisition or finance investment, but given the challenges the economy faces, it is becoming increasingly difficult to secure the right deal. If a business hasn’t sought out finance for a while or there has been a significant change to their...
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Managing business costs – what the energy and supply crisis may mean for your company
15 October 2021
The last month has highlighted the challenges that many businesses face when it comes to supplies and costs. Visions of people filling up plastic bottles with petrol or pulling trolleys of toilet rolls to their car may seem bizarre but they have become reality in the last year and this shortage of key supplies is affecting businesses.
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UK Border Force bans EU, EEA and Swiss national ID cards: what you need to know
07 October 2021
Almost all “insecure ID cards” from the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland will no longer be accepted at UK borders, the Government has confirmed. The move is designed to strengthen UK border controls following a rapid rise in false documents.
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Kickstart Scheme and apprenticeship incentives extended
05 October 2021
Speaking at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak announced extensions to both the Kickstart Scheme and incentives to employers to take on apprentices.
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Brexit: New immigration rules to help alleviate Britain’s HGV crisis
04 October 2021
New immigration rules and regulations will be introduced to help fix Britain’s HGV crisis, the Government has announced. It comes after thousands of European HGV drivers left the UK at the end of the Brexit transition period – resulting in significant delays across the country. If you move goods in the UK or overseas, here’s what you need to know.
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