Blogs from Larking Gowen

A new VAT penalty regime applies from 1 January 2023. This is a significant change to the current way that taxpayers are penalised for non-compliance with VAT.

The Bounce Back loan (BBL) scheme was introduced to support businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. We set out some considerations for companies that have taken out Bounce Back loans and subsequently enter liquidation, including whether there is personal liability for directors.

We discuss the impact of rising energy costs on the tourism industry and the support available for businesses.

Whilst vans enjoy favourable benefit in kind tax treatment, what you think is a van may be a car for tax purposes. Tessa discusses HMRC guidance for double cab pick-ups and combi vans.

Farms and Rural Business partner, Bruce Masson, looks at how farmers and land managers can benefit from the Future Farming Resilience Fund support programme.

Payroll specialist, Dannielle, considers a Supreme Court ruling about holiday pay and what it means for organisations who employ part-year workers.

Our Farms and Rural Business team explains what the Basis Period Reform means for your tax bill.

Our medical tax specialist team explains what the Basis Period Reform means for your tax bill.

Tax specialist, Bridie, gives a reminder on HMRC deadlines for filing your Self Assessment tax return on paper for the tax year ended 5 April 2022. The deadline is 31 October 2022; so action is essential to make sure this is received by HMRC on or before this date.

Bridie offers pension planning advice, and provides a detailed explanation on how to make the most of your pension contribution allowance.

We provide helpful tips for reviewing and managing staff costs within GP practices.

Employment tax solutions expert, Tessa explains the benefits to employers and employees of an Enterprise Management Incentive Scheme.