Before I came here I was confused about this subject. Having listened to your lecture I am still confused. But on a higher level. – Enrico Fermi Anyone following this blog will know that HMRC went through the wringer in 2010. Unfortunately, 2011 has not...

The Finance Bill 2011 was published on Friday and was every bit as sobering as expected. The key measures of the Finance Bill are summarised below. There’s plenty to read so get yourselves a cup of tea and settle back… Items announced in Budget Income...

The Finance Bill, which puts into law measures announced in the Budget, is expected to be published this afternoon. December’s Budget outlined a range of changes that will impact on individuals and so great attention will be paid to the exact wording of the Bill....

My words in her mind: cold polished stones sinking through a quagmire. - James Joyce As you will recall, last September we wrote a blog entry called UK PAYE Chaos. The post was a summary of the PAYE issues arising from: The implementation of the...

Health insurer VHI has announced a price increase from 1st February which will see premiums rise by 15% – 45%. With this in mind it is in everybody’s interest, now more than ever, to claim any tax relief which may be available to them in...

Reminder!! Did you dispose of an asset or part of an asset during December 2010? Did you make a gain on the disposal? If so, you may have a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability. CGT in respect of gains made on the disposal of assets in the period...

2009/10 UK E-Filing deadline fast approaching and the latest UK news “New Year’s Day – Now is the accepted time to make your regular annual good resolutions. Next week you can begin paving hell with them as usual.” – Mark Twain Just a quick reminder...