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7 August 2025
Bank Rate trimmed to 4%

The Bank of England has knocked the main interest rate down to 4% today, cutting it by a quarter‑point from 4.25%. It’s the fifth cut in a year and brings the rate to its lowest since March 2023.

The

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7 August 2025
Interactive online tool for tax compliance check

HMRC’s new Q&A tool guides you through each step of a compliance check.

The free interactive online tool is designed to help individuals and businesses better understand what happens during a tax

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7 August 2025
Challenging your Council Tax band

If your property has changed or seems mis-banded, you may have the right to request a Council Tax review.

Properties in England and Wales are assigned Council Tax bands based on their value as of 1

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7 August 2025
Who can claim the IHT residence nil rate band

With the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB), families can pass on up to £1 million without IHT

The RNRB is an additional £175,000 Inheritance Tax (IHT) allowance that applies when a person’s main

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7 August 2025
Reclaiming duty moving goods to Northern Ireland

Businesses can reclaim duties on qualifying goods moved to or through Northern Ireland since 2021

The Northern Ireland Duty Reimbursement Scheme allows businesses to reclaim import duties paid on

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7 August 2025
Homebuyers warning

Properties needing repairs still count as homes and false claims to recover Stamp Duty Land Tax could mean big tax bills and penalties.

HMRC has issued a warning to homebuyers about rogue tax agents

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7 August 2025
HMRC to increase anti-money laundering fees

Fit and proper test fee to jump from £150 to £700 under HMRC’s proposed AML supervision changes

Many businesses are monitored by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) or certain professional bodies

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4 August 2025
Employing family members in your business

Many small business owners turn to family members when looking to fill roles in their team. It can seem like a natural choice, offering trust, loyalty, and a shared sense of purpose. However,

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4 August 2025
The value of retaining profits to support cash flow and growth

For small businesses and growing companies alike, one of the most reliable sources of funding is often the profits they generate. While it can be tempting to extract earnings in the form of dividends,

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31 July 2025
Taxation of entertainment expenses

Many business gifts and hospitality costs are not tax-deductible under current rules.

Entertainment expenses including providing hospitality and business gifts are common, but the taxation of these

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