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Tax rates and allowances are constantly changing, which is why it is important to make sure you are up to date. These guides are designed to provide the latest information but please contact us for guidance and advice.

Topical information

2012 Budget

The Chancellor has announced that this year's Budget will take place on 21st March 2012. We will be covering the announcements live on the day, and will provide a full summary of the measures and how they could affect you shortly after the day. Please keep an eye on our website for more information.

Finance Bill 2012

The draft clauses of the Finance Bill 2012 were announced shortly after the Autumn Statement. Read our summary here.

Autumn Statement 2011

The Autumn Statement 2011 included a series of announcements designed to strengthen the flagging economy. We provide you with a concise summary of the measures revealed. Read our Autumn Statement report »

Paying less income tax
The basics of personal tax including, personal allowances, the numbers game, children and tax, tax credits and looking forward.
Year end tax planning
In this guide we consider some of the ways you might act now to help achieve a more secure future for you, your family and your business.
Minimising capital taxes
Includes, Capital gains tax and Inheritance tax.
Regulation changes from April 2011
Each year, the government introduces regulatory changes affecting businesses on two common commencement dates. These dates are 6 April and 1 October.
Tax efficient investments
The information in this fact sheet is necessarily of a general nature, and we strongly recommend that you consult with us before taking any action.
2011/12 Financial planning guide
An extensive review of personal and business planning and tax saving opportunities for 2011/12.
Tax planning for business owners
Tax planning for business owners including the choice of accounting date for sole traders and partnerships, what if you have more than one business, and extracting profits from a company.
Tax rates and allowances
This area of our site includes all the rates announced for the tax year 2011/12
Offshore issues update
Includes going abroad to live and remittance basis.
VAT
For a wealth of advice and information on aspects of VAT, including essential tips for VAT planning, and how to survive the VAT inspector's visit, visit our VAT guides.
PAYE and NI
Why not use our payslip calculator to check your net pay?
Welcome to the IR35 centre
The term IR35 relates to legislation intended to apply a PAYE and NIC charge on earnings from a company or partnership which is termed an "intermediary" by the rules.
Tax and business calendar
Looking to reduce your tax liability, Visit this year's Financial planning guide.
Autumn Statement 2011
Our concise report to the announcements made in the Autumn Statement 2011.
Budget archive
Historical information relating to previous Budgets reports.
Finance Bill 2012
The Government has released the draft legislation for consultation ahead of the Finance Bill 2012 as planned.
The Finance Bill 2011
The coalition government has taken the new and welcome step of publishing draft clauses for next year’s Finance Act.