October 15, 2026
Major business consequences of Deposit Return Scheme
Manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and retailers are being warned that significant regulatory change is coming under the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
October 14, 2026
Value of R&D relief up, number of claims down
New research on companies claiming Research and Development (R&D) tax credits shows the value of tax relief support was £8.2 billion, an increase of 5%, while the number of R&D tax credit claims decreased by 17% for 2024-25.
August 18, 2026
Why every business needs a 12-month profit improvement plan
Many businesses start the year with ambitious sales targets. The problem is that increased sales do not always translate into increased profits.
August 13, 2026
Playday: HMRC remind parents to use the Tax-Free Childcare Scheme
HMRC is using Playday, the national day for play, to remind working parents about the Tax-Free Childcare scheme, which can help eligible families meet the cost of nurseries, childminders, holiday clubs, breakfast clubs and after-school clubs.
August 12, 2026
AI pricing leaves businesses struggling to predict costs
According to a BBC report, businesses investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are finding it increasingly difficult to predict what their technology bills will look like, as reliance on AI increases.
August 10, 2026
Date of Budget 2026 announced
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey, has announced that Budget 2026 will be presented on 28 October 2026.
August 6, 2026
Getting a shareholders’ agreement right
A shareholder’s agreement can be one of the most valuable documents a business ever puts in place. It allows a company’s owners to set out, in detail, how they will work together, make decisions, deal with disputes and manage future changes in ownership.
August 5, 2026
Employment Rights Act 2025: Employers concerned about new unfair dismissal protections
Acas, the workplace expert, have carried out research to find out which changes in the Employments Right Act 2025 are the hardest for businesses to adopt.
August 3, 2026
HMRC contacts self-employed people about National Insurance gaps
HMRC is writing to some self-employed individuals whose National Insurance (NI) records may contain gaps that could affect their State Pension.
July 30, 2026
HMRC launch Advance Tax Certainty Service for major investment projects
A first-of-its-kind service for the UK has been launched to provide tax certainty to businesses planning to invest in major projects.
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Bookkeeping
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
From 6 April 2026, the major change under Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD for ITSA) comes into effect in the UK. This is a significant update to how certain self-employed individuals and landlords report their income to HMRC.
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Starting a business is a really exciting time, but we know it is also a very busy time. You will no doubt have your plans in place and the drive to succeed, but you may not be aware of all the financial aspects involved.
Accounting
Butterworths can help reduce the time you spend on admin work, letting you focus on what is really important to your business.
VAT
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Payroll
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Tax
Need help with your tax return or want to pay less tax? Butterworths Accountants provide personal tax services for both business owners and private individuals.