So Brexit is finally happening. With Article 50 being officially triggered on the 29th March at midday So what does this mean? Are we set for a period of stability and a little more certainty while decisions are made? Or will things shake up as we hear of new laws and business changes? Let’s hope for […]
We can’t deny the tension that arose after the announcements made in the Spring Budget. Despite a lot of the changes being common knowledge before March even began, the final announcements weren’t well received. National insurance contributions The most notable change put forward was undoubtedly the national insurance contribution increase. And I can’t deny I […]
As the last Spring Budget to be held, the Chancellor unsurprisingly made it a short one. Unfortunately, of the little that was discussed, small businesses seem to have been affected the most – so it’s time to pay attention. National Insurance Rates Most notable was the increase in national insurance contributions by self-employed and […]
The Evans Weir spring newsletter is available to download here: Evans Weir Spring Newsletter 2017 In this edition we take a look at: Reclaiming VAT on purchases Marriage allowances Child benefits National Insurance Contributions Pension recycling Salary Sacrifice Electronic PAYE For more information on anything you read in the newsletter, or for tax advice, contact us […]
February 1967 – This year we’re celebrating our 50th birthday – yes, the big 5-0! So, we’re getting sentimental and having a look back at what was happening the year we began. Over the coming months we’ll be sending you a quick snapshot of our favourite news stories from 1967 – from the world changing […]
Every time I turn on the TV or open up a newspaper, headlines are still dominated with two of 2016’s biggest controversies – Trump and Brexit. From Donald’s latest race rant to the next MP fighting against Brexit plans, it feels like we’ve not heard about much else in recent months. But don’t let these […]
We are now seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team and support our growing client base. Established in 1967, we specialise in providing accounting advice and business support to start-ups, sole traders, charities, partnerships and Limited companies. From our offices on the edge of Chichester City Centre we maintain close working relationships with all […]
We are now seeking an accounts assistant to join our team and support our growing client base. Established in 1967, we specialise in providing accounting advice and business support to start-ups, sole traders, charities, partnerships and Limited companies. From our offices on the edge of Chichester City Centre we maintain close working relationships with all […]
It’s January, that means only one thing in accountancy circles – Self Assessment. No, this is not my annual nudge for your paperwork if you have not already provided it (but do please get it to me ASAP), but a realisation that this may be the first last Self Assessment January. Confused..? In the 2016 […]
In recent years, I have taken the chance over the Christmas break to sit and consider the factors most likely to impact our clients over the year ahead. I do not profess to be a commentator nor economic forecaster, although even they missed most of the big events of 2016; but I do think it […]
The Evans Weir winter tax briefing 2016 is now available for download here: Winter Tax Briefing 2016 In this edition we consider: Digital business records Pensions Flat rate VAT changes Contractors working for public sector clients Tax on savings ‘Trivial benefits’ Marriage Allowance Salary sacrifice For more information on any of the articles or for […]
Flat Rate VAT Rates to Change The introduction of Flat Rate VAT (FRV) was meant to simplify VAT management for smaller organisations with limited purchases and a capped value of sales. The alternative method of calculating VAT allows businesses to pay a single flat percentage rate, which is lower than the prevailing rate (currently 20%), […]