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Firm news, tax planning and finance blogs by our team
We know how important it is for you to be able to find up to date business information, and our people love to share their knowledge about the news, and accounting and tax legislation. Here you will find links to our latest press releases, as well as tax planning and finance blog posts – all written by the Whitley Stimpson team, so you can read our take on topical subjects, and use our advice to help you to run your business. We have also shared the odd blog post or two about what we get up to in our communities, because we are proud to be a part of the areas where we live and work, and to support them where we can.
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Whitley Stimpson take part in Twin Town Challenge 20+2
Whitley Stimpson is taking part in Twin Town Challenge for the second time to raise money for local charity Special Effect.
Which is better: limited company or sole trader?
If you’re thinking of starting a business, you need to know the difference between a limited company and sole trader so you can decide which business structure is best for you.
Covid-19 statutory sick pay scheme ends
As we are now at the ‘living with Covid-19’ stage of the pandemic the Government has decided to close the Covid-19-related statutory sick pay (SSP) rebate scheme on 17 March 2022.
End of an era as senior director retires from top accountancy firm
Malcolm Higgs, senior director at accountants Whitley Stimpson, is stepping down after dedicating...
Why you should let Whitley Stimpson handle your payroll
One of the essentials in business is making sure your employees are paid the correct amount and on time. But it’s a complicated process and a time-consuming one at that.
Be prepared for big National Insurance hike in April
Experts are warning businesses and employees to brace themselves for a major rise in National...
Basis period reform – how HMRC’s latest income tax proposals may have a disproportionate impact on farmers
In April last year, the Government announced plans to overhaul the way trading income is taxed. If...
Farming and capital allowances – the advantages and pitfalls
Capital allowances are a useful form of tax relief for businesses that need to invest in expensive...
The importance of cashflow forecasts
Traditionally, bank finance for farming businesses has been secured on the assets of the...
Solar farms – a bright idea for farmers?
As the UK pushes towards its target of carbon net zero by 2050, the number of solar farms being...
The importance of a properly worded grazing license
Of all the legal and property agreements entered into by farmers and landowners, the lowly grazing...
Could your SEISS claims leave you in hot water with HMRC?
The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) was a scheme established by the government to...
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