The importance of a properly worded grazing license
Of all the legal and property agreements entered into by farmers and landowners, the lowly grazing license might seem a long way down the list of priorities. But treating it that way is false economy. A poorly worded grazing license – one that is written without any...
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 support people who are self-employed or a partner in a partnership agreement through the coronavirus pandemic. As a result, many farmers took advantage of the scheme during...
Local MP visits Whitley Stimpson during its 90 years in business
Whitley Stimpson was delighted to welcome Victoria Prentis MP for North Oxfordshire and Minister of State at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to its Banbury office on Thursday 30th September.
Advice on selling farm dwellings before capital gains tax rule change
Capital gains tax (CGT) rules on residential property are being tightened from April 2020, so farmers and landowners should consider completing any planned sales before this deadline, advises experts at Whitley Stimpson.
Capital allowances and purpose-built structures
Ian Parker, Director at leading, local accountancy firm Whitley Stimpson, considers the impact of a tax tribunal decision earlier this year on claiming capital allowances on structures.