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Gold Standard for GWA’s Payroll Team

Greaves West & Ayre’s payroll department has been awarded the Payroll Assurance Scheme accreditation.

Door closes on old Gateway for VAT return submission

The old online Government Gateway Account for the submission of monthly and quarterly VAT returns is closing. Make sure you avoid penalties for non-compliance.

Mini-Budget: the new Chancellor’s amendments

On 17 October the new Chancellor reversed almost all the mini-budget announcements made by Kwasi Kwarteng on 23 September.

HMRC raises late payment interest rates

Following the recent Bank of England interest rate rise, late payment interest rates levied by HMRC have been increased. 

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Note: this article has been superseded since publication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?