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Read our latest Practice News as well as sector specific and accountancy updates from across the UK.
Andrew Ayre Plans his Retirement
GWA’s long-standing partner, Andrew Ayre, will be retiring from the firm at the end of March 2021. Andrew began his accountancy career at GWA in 1978 before becoming a partner in 1988. But Andrew’s association with GWA began three generations previously when Andrew’s grandfather, John T Ayre was part of a group of staff who […]
Covid-19 and paying your Self Assessment Tax bill
With the 31 January payment date just around the corner for self assessment tax payments, we would like to remind you of your options under the relaxed rules set out by HM Revenue & Customs for those in difficulty as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the government’s original Covid-19 relief package, you were […]
GWA Staff and Community News – Winter 2020
Appointments and Work Anniversaries We have a new and a not-so-new addition to our Berwick office. We are pleased to welcome David Simpson to our growing Wealth Management department. David joined us in November as Business Development Consultant, adding strength to our existing team which provides our clients with expert financial advice. We also welcome […]
Extension of Furlough and COVID-19 Business Loans
Information as of 17 December 2021 In light of the ongoing impact of COVID-19 the Chancellor has announced that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been extended until end of April 2021. In addition, the government is extending the application period for their COVID-19 loan schemes until 31 March 2021. Coronavirus Job […]
Check your Insurance Policy for Business Interruption Claims
The impacts of COVID-19 on small businesses has been far reaching, with mandated closures and disruptions leading to substantial financial losses. Many businesses will have therefore looked to the business interruption options in their insurance policies to offset some of the losses. If you have not done so, you may wish to review your policies […]