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Mini-Budget Autumn 2022 – what you need to know

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng unveiled the government's ‘Growth Plan’ package.
Note: this article has been superseded since publication

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1952-2022

We have reached the end of an era. Queen Elizabeth has been a steadfast presence for many and for most…

Rent Freeze for Scottish Tenants

The Scottish Government has introduced emergency legislation to protect tenants during the cost of living crisis. Implemented on 6 September…

Extended Recovery Loan Scheme now available

The Recovery Loan Scheme has recently been extended. What has changed and what does it mean for businesses struggling with the current economic challenges.

Early Bird Tax Benefits

Do you think if you file your tax return early you will have to pay your tax earlier too? Thankfully, this is not true. But there are benefits to filing your tax return and completing your accounts early.

Should I register my business for VAT?

Should a business voluntarily register for Value Added Tax (VAT)? Whether it is beneficial for your business will depend on a range of factors.

Living in one country, working in another – what are the tax implications?

With the growth of home working during the COVID pandemic, what you pay in tax could alter if you choose to live and work in different counties. And that includes England and Scotland.

New rules regarding Trust registration

Thursday 1 September is the deadline for the new rules regarding Trust registration. Do they apply to you?

Plug Pulled on Electric Car Grants

On 14 June 2022, the UK Government announced that it was scrapping the plug-in car grant scheme for new orders of electric cars with immediate effect.

Your may be eligible for an East Lothian Business grant

If you are based in East Lothian and are an established business or newly self-employed you may be entitled to a business grant of up to £20,000

Research and Development Relief – More Trial than Success

HMRC is increasing checks on R&D tax credit claims to stop the abuse of the relief. Find out in simple terms if your business could still benefit from R&D tax relief.

Electric Vehicle Loans for Scottish Business

Scottish businesses can receive financial support towards the purchase of a new or used electric vehicle.