
2024 Autumn Statement, Webinar invitation
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will present her first Budget under the new Labour government in the House of Commons on Wednesday 30th October 2024.
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will present her first Budget under the new Labour government in the House of Commons on Wednesday 30th October 2024.
Exeter based chartered accountancy firm Bush & Co has merged with UK wide firm Streets Chartered Accountants and the combined firm will be known as Streets Bush Limited.
From the end of last year, HMRC has raised the maximum tax debt eligible for online Time to Pay arrangements. The new limits are £30,000 for individuals and £50,000 for businesses.
Taxpayers who are unable to settle their tax bills can apply online to arrange a Time to Pay plan with HMRC. This option is available for individuals with self-assessment (SA) liabilities, employers with PAYE (Pay As You Earn) debts, and businesses with unpaid VAT bills.
According to HMRC’s guidelines, the criteria for applying for a payment plan online are as follows:
In today’s digital age, fraudsters continue to evolve, using increasingly sophisticated methods to deceive individuals and businesses alike. One of the most common tactics is imitating trusted government authorities such as HMRC and Companies House. These fraudsters aim to persuade unsuspecting victims to make spurious payments or divulge sensitive information. At Bush & Co Accountants, we want to help you stay vigilant and protect yourself from these scams.
One of the stand out policies announced in the chancellor’s recent budget, particularly given our geographical location and the size of our tourism industry, was the abolition of the preferential tax treatment of Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs).
The financial sector doesn’t always stand out as a beacon of progress and empowerment for women worldwide. Within this landscape, Bush & Co and it’s sister company, Astria Payroll, proudly exemplify a female-dominated organisation, drawing admiration from clients and peers alike. To shed light on the experiences and perspectives of women in finance, we spoke with some of the remarkable women driving the success of Bush & Co and Astria Payroll.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his ‘Budget for Long Term Growth’ on Wednesday 6 March 2024. His speech promised ‘more investment, more jobs, better public services and lower taxes’.
For individuals engaged in additional income streams alongside their regular employment or those participating in sales through popular resale platforms such as eBay, Vinted, or Etsy, recent modifications in tax reporting, often referred to as the ‘Side Hustle Tax,’ have garnered attention.
As we approach the end of 2023 and gear up for 2024, it’s crucial to stay informed about regulatory changes and compliance requirements. Bush & Co is here to guide you through these dates to ensure a smooth financial journey.