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What are the national insurance rates for employers and employees?
What is the P11D form and when is it due?
What are the different PAYE forms: P45, P46, P60, and P11D?
What is included in the payroll service?
What is the difference between the director and employee payroll?
How often do you run the payroll?
VAT
What are the advantages of VAT?
Which goods and services are zero-rated for VAT in the Republic of Ireland?
Are there VAT schemes for my business area?
Which business supplies are not subject to VAT?
Who pays VAT?
What are the disadvantages of voluntary VAT registration?
My company’s turnover is under £67,000. What are the advantages of voluntary VAT registration?
How much VAT should I charge?
Can I de-register from VAT when I go below the threshold?
How do I invoice clients while my VAT registration is being processed?
Do I have to change my invoice template when I am VAT registered?
How do I account for VAT?
What are the legal requirements to be registered for VAT?
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How long does it take until I get my VAT number?
Do I need a company bank account in the UK in order to register for VAT?
Can I register for VAT if I don’t have a physical presence in the UK?
Can I register my UK Ltd company for VAT in countries other than the UK?
Do I have to register for VAT if I don't supply the UK?
What is the VAT threshold?
What is VAT?
Our services are performed in a different country but should be billed by the UK. What about VAT?
We only have EU business clients outside the UK (no consumers). What about VAT?
We want to sell goods or services to other EU countries, not just the UK. What about VAT?
How do I bill my customers before the VAT registration has been processed?
How long does it take to be registered for VAT?
Which goods and services are outside the scope of VAT?
Which goods and services are exempt from VAT in the UK?
Which goods and services are zero-rated for VAT in the UK?
Which goods and services have a reduced 5% rate of VAT applied to them in the UK?
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I have not received the activation code via email or the security device. What do I do?
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Is it possible to get a Dollar account?
I have sent all necesarry documents to open an account. What happens now?
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I still haven't received my banking code confirmation via e-mail. What should I do?
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Will I get a line of credit or any other finance from the bank?
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The price of success
Do unto others... as you would have them do unto you
Harder, stronger, better, faster
Does your business live in the clouds?
UK Election 2010 – a balance of power
The Real Challenges of Virtual Working
Smells Like Team Spirit
Nostalgia is Bittersweet - Kraft Work
Golden Years – The art of retirement satisfaction
Here comes the sun
2010.09
Accountant Jailed for Paying ‘Corporation Tax payments’ to Herself
Two Major UK Bus Companies Receive Ban for Ignoring Proper Business Procedures
Retail Vouchers are Liable for VAT, Following ECJ Ruling
RGA Has New Anti-Money Laundering Guidelines in Place
Plenty of Advice and Information is Available for New Businesses Liable for Corporation Tax
Half of Small Businesses are not Optimised for the Web
Charities Will Suffer From Rise in VAT
Fifth Member of House of Lords Steps Down to Keep Non Dom Status
2010.08
More and More Women are Becoming Bankrupt in the UK
Could Businesses Benefit From the New Office of Tax Simplification?
A Step by Step Process for Finding Out When and If to Deregister for VAT
Asylum Seekers Receive £13 Million they were no Longer Entitled
Income Tax Could Hit Twice For Those With Final Salary Pensions
Offshore Business Closure and Loss of Savings Hits Northern Rock
Non Dom Titles May Be Lost, According to No 10
Better Prospects for the West Midlands Due to Lower Corporation Tax Rates, According to PM
Could Negative Income Tax be the Answer to Overhauling the Benefits System?
Will the Poor be Affected by VAT Rise, Ask Lib Dem MPs
Offshore Oil Sector Sees Renewed Confidence An increased amount of confidence is currently being n
Could Bingo and Online Gaming Soon Have New Rules to Adhere to?
Could Higher Taxes Put a Spanner in the Works for London Based Businesses?
How are Small Business Owners Affected by Taxes in the New Emergency Budget?
Most Asylum Seekers Have Positive Views of the UK
FSB Moves to Get VAT Registration Level Increased
Contractors Could See a Boost in Business as VAT Rises
The Levy on Non Doms Leads to More Leaving the Country
Could Struggling Banks Suffer with the Lower Corporation Tax Rate?
Essential Services to be Protected, Says Oxfordshire County Council
Government is Willing to Work in Conjunction with Businesses to Improve Recovery
2010.07
Non Dom Tax Law is Due to be Reviewed by the New Coalition Government
Whisky Company Takes Drastic Measures to Sort out Ailing Pension Fund
UK Car Industry Stutters under New Business Secretary
UK Insolvency Helpline Points to Importance of Getting Proper Information Before Declaring Bankruptc
Lib Dem MP Abandons Move to Oppose VAT Rise
More Tax for Higher Earners Thanks to Budget
No Tax to Pay for Lowest Earners
Could Income Tax be About to Rise under the New Tory Chancellor?
Retailers Unhappy About Possible Rise in VAT
St Matthew is Nominated for the Start Up Stars Award by HSBC
Information Concerning VAT Registration Should be Supplied by all Franchisors
Northern Rock Abandons Offshore Arm of its Business
Distillery Increases Profits by 90/100
VAT Fraud Finally Crushed as Those Responsible go to Prison
UK Businesses in Poultry Industry are Experiencing Hard Times
Lord Laidlaw Hangs on to Non Dom Status – but Gives up Seat in the House of Lords
£30,000 Non Dom Charge Brings in £130 Million
How Many UK Companies are now on the Verge of Failure?
Ladbrokes Online Licence Does Not Extend to the Dutch
Bankruptcy Petitions are Growing in Scunthorpe
No More Early Releases for Hospital Patients with the NHS
Financial Services Authority Explores How Exposed UK Companies are in Europe
Could New Corporation Tax Rate Help Investment in Business?
2010.06
VAT Free Vans Available for those Who Aren’t Yet Registered for VAT
Child Asylum Seekers to be Deported by UK
Corporation Tax Rates Heading for a Five Year Plan under the New Chancellor
Local Income Tax Idea is Part of the New ‘Ground Up’ Politics
New Prime Minister Agrees to Look at the Possibility of Lowering Corporation Tax for Northern Irelan
More Football Clubs Start Taking Advantage of Being Based Offshore
UK Companies Executive Pay Rises by 6/100
Tax Victory for Price Comparison Websites
NHS Bonuses Will be Slashed to Help Save £15 Million
UK Business Insolvencies are Falling, According to Experian
ATL Amusements has Gambling Licence Suspended
Vince Cable Has Strong Views on Non Doms
Will Non Doms Be Affected by the New Coalition Government?
New PM Refuses to Rule Out Rise in VAT
VAT Makes Price of iPad Soar
VAT Registration Details Should Always Be Added to Company Websites
Lack of Basic Skills Troubles UK Companies
Companies Cost Cutting Exercises Take Their Toll on the Health of UK Workers
Company Treasurers Respond to Riskier Times
Corporation Tax Receipts Soared by More Than 50/100 in March
UK Immigration Cap Has Been Agreed by the New Coalition Government
2010.05
New Prime Minister Agrees to Look at the Possibility of Lowering Corporation Tax for Northern Irelan
Corporation Tax Could Soon be Lower for Small BusinessesCorporation Tax Could Soon be Lower for Smal
Could Bank Corporation Tax be on the Rise?
Three Scottish Cities Paying More in Income Tax than the Rest of the Country
Coalition Tax Upset for Middle Britain Earners
Business Insolvency Rises by 14/100
Illegal Immigrants are Double the Number the Government States
Gameaccount Global Limited has Online Gaming Licence Suspended
Insurance Experts Demand an End to Companies Fleeing to Offshore Locations after the Election
Lack of Government Help Leads to Ineos Leaving the UK
Could a 19/100 VAT Rate Be on the Way?
Foreign Currency Exchange Rates Available from HMRC for Use by Those Businesses Registered for VAT
Online Glossary Helps Those Who Are New to the VAT Registration Process
UK Transport Group in Potential Foreign Takeover Bid
UK Companies in Danger of Being Swallowed By Foreign Interests
New Tax Rate Means Dividends Are Paid Earlier Than Usual
UK Companies are Feeling the Pinch
Corporation Tax Cuts Would Be Good – But Less Interference in Business Would Be Better
Upset Between Two Dragon’s Den Stars Over Non Dom Status Continues
NHS will be Protected, Promises PM
Corporation Tax in Northern Ireland Could Change Under a Conservative Government
Lib Dems Benefit from £3.5 Million in Donations from Non Doms
Revenue & Customs Inquiries into Corporation and Other Taxes are Not as Profitable as Some People
Income Tax is Important Area for Lib Dems in the Event of a Hung Parliament
High Earners Lose More Cash to Income Tax
Taking The First Steps To Dissolve A UK Limited Company
Is Bankruptcy The Right Solution?
UK Prime Minister Still Supports Immigration In The UK
Gambling Commission Defines What Constitutes A Gaming Machine
Offshore Banking Seeks Further Afield Offshore Business
Dragon’s Den Star Joins War Against Non Dom Business Owners
2010.04
Non Dom Status Limited Under Liberal Democrats
Tesco Moves Back To Channel Islands To Avoid VAT Charges
Will VAT Rise Under A New Government?
Upcoming Events Shed Light On New Online VAT Registration Service
VAT Threshold Increases To £70,000 In Budget
Cadbury’s Law Could Hamper, Not Help, UK Companies
Exports By Scottish Companies Beat The Rest Of The UK
Will Short Term Improvements Lead To Long Term Growth?
Could Outcome Of Election Lead To Big Name Limited Companies Returning To UK?
National Insurance Contribution Increase Set To Adversely Affect Small Business Tax Affairs
Can Someone Else File My Company Tax Return?
HMRC To Standardise Tax Penalties From April
New Tax Year, New ISA?
HMRC Backlogs In Processing Income Tax Return Rebates
2010.03
Is cheaper Sterling the answer?
UK Tax regime unfair on small business
HMRC Dedicates Resources To Assist In Business Tax Planning
New Partnership Seeks To Increase Presence Of Small UK Limited Companies Online
Your Obligations to HMRC When Setting Up A UK Limited Company
Help With Business Rates For UK Limited Companies
HMRC launches free Podcast of how to register for online VAT returns
Petrol Taxes Hit Small UK Limited Companies Hardest
Companies With UK VAT Registration May Not Be Able To Claim Foreign VAT
Online VAT Returns Compulsory From 01 April
VAT Exemption Proposals Would Bring About A Simpler System
Non Doms Could Be Liable To Pay Back Taxes After Court Of Appeal Decision
MEPs Push For Companies To Disclose Offshore Profits
UK Gambling Commission Encourages Open Exchanges Of Opinion
PWC Survey Highlights Burden Of UK Corporation Tax
Should University Tuition Fees Be Covered By A Corporation Tax Rise?
HMRC Suggests Individuals Confirm Their Income Tax Coding Notice
Companies House Recommends Using Their PROOF Online Filing Service
Individuals With Outstanding Tax Returns To Be Named And Shamed
Further UK Immigration And Nationality Service Fees Proposed To Parliament
Offshore tax planning disclosure deadline is this Friday
Government increases bankruptcy petition fee to £450
HMRC extend ‘deliberate wrongdoing’ consultation
Business Inspector – on a TV near you soon!
Tax Policy and its contribution to the recession
2010.02
How to free up precious capital
Raising the spectre of the dreaded credit downgrade
Did you pay too much tax this year?
2010.01
Online Tax Submission – As easy as XBRL!
Obama gets tough with the banks
Has there ever been a better time to buy a new car?
European Tax Amnesties
New EU wide VAT regulations come into force
Bankers Bonus tax introduced in France and likely to be shared internationally
2009.12
Show me the money - Funds issue for British businesses
Valuable Data and Weak Deterrents Spell Danger
European Cross Border Direct Debits Now Up And Running
2009.11
How to pay for climate change policy
The Accidental Managers
Free guide helps small businesses get bank borrowing
Recession is making directors work harder for less pay
UK needs a culture shift to build a global IT business
Federation of Small Businesses defends bosses from sour Sugar
Spend £50 billion to beat the recession, urge businesses
2009.10
World’s biggest economy returning to growth will boost global confidence, says David Kern
Chancellor urged to make life easier for business
It’s less stress working with a family firm, jobseekers told
Staff waste 8 days a year doing nothing at meetings
Banks urged to get to know business customers better
IoD snubbed over changes to employment rules
Tax rebate emails are scams, warns HMRC
Small firms to team up with ‘business buddies’ to help growth
Postal strikes threaten Christmas chaos for businesses
UK small businesses get chance to go global
Discount pricing deals just don’t add up for shoppers
BBC celebs rush to avoid paying 50% tax on salaries
Keeping The Right Company As Law Changes
2009.09
The Recession Has A Sting In The Tail, Say Small Businesses
560,000 illegal traders put staff and customers at risk
Firms squeeze bad payers to ease cash flow
Complex Technology Wastes Up To 12 Days A Year For SMEs
G20 may discuss a global company tax rate
Entrepreneurs will lead UK out of recession, says survey
Business No Brainer Saves Cash, Says TV Dragon Theo
All Public Spending Is Under Review, Says Mandelson
Big name firms named and shamed over poor payment policies
Government loan scheme is a waste of time, say businesses
Pack in pre-pack insolvencies, say business insurers
Rescued banks seek more taxpayer billions
Businesses Need To Look To Their Prophets
Have Your Say About Running A Small Business
2009.08
Lack of investment may hold businesses back from recovery
Online sellers should follow fashion for best results
SMEs missing out public contracts worth many millions
TV Dragon Opens Academy For Young Tycoons
Wet weather makes holidaymakers shopping mad
Online DVD and CD VAT ‘dodge‘ under fire from customs
Superbanks failing firms claims small business pressure group
Bank of England finally realises small businesses are in trouble
Business in recession still bad – but worsening slower
Online working is changing the way we work, says Ofcom
Small firms ‘blackmailed’ in pre-pack deals
General confusion over who is in command of the economy
2009.07
One in four firms flout health and safety rules
Pay-as-you-go tax lifeline helps 177,000 businesses
Banks Called To Account For Failing To Help Small Businesses
Retailers lobby against New Year VAT hike
Billions claimed by businesses caught in VAT error
Switzerland to give up tax haven status
Rip-off banks failing to help business
British economy braced for recovery, says Bank’s new boy
Online Gurus Launch New Tech Venture Fund
Small companies lose out on forex risks
Venture capital firm ‘cautious’ over new investments
Right Choices Can Make Big Returns For Business Angels
Profiteering banks accused of failing businesses
Cash promises boosts UK hi-tech start-ups
2009.06
UK leads the way for foreign investment in Europe
Directors are fall guys for new tax penalty regime
Recession brings workplace truce
UK businesses urged to gear up for new EU VAT rules
Entrepreneurs are leading the way out of recession
Amount of countries with corporate tax advantages are running low
Labour meltdown sends jitters across Europe
Ten tips for paying less VAT
UK Entrepreneurs look at moving to low-tax Madeira
Crackdown on Caribbean tax pirates
HSBC’s hi-tech vision of Britain after the recession
St Matthew eAccounting releases the new German Website
2009.05
Recession-struck entrepreneurs desperate for accountant's advice
‘Give us a break’ says small firms to HMRC
Self assessment – the hot topics this week
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