by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
The provision of a bicycle to employees under the governments cycle to work scheme is an exception to the general rule introduced from April 2017 where the amount taxable is the greater of the salary foregone and the taxable benefit as set out in the tax legislation.... by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
The government has recently announced that the previous £1,000 limit on the cost of a bicycle provided under the cycle to work scheme has been removed. This will apply where the employer uses a firm authorized by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to hire out... by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
Where possible higher rate taxpayers should “Gift Aid” any payments to charity to provide additional benefit to the charity and for the individual to obtain additional tax relief on the payment. For example where an individual makes a £20 cash donation to charity the... by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
In every General Election since 1997 there have been pledges by the various political parties to resolve the funding of care for the elderly in the UK but yet nothing has happened. It even sparked a dramatic U-Turn by Teresa May in 2015 with her proposal for a... by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
Having a good strategy is one thing, executing it well can be a huge challenge. Many business owners and managers are familiar with the scenario – you arrange a strategy day with your team, capture the outputs and create a strategic plan. Everyone goes back to... by Vicky Smith | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
Cash flow is king in any business. Yet cash flow is one of the areas that many businesses struggle to manage. Customers are reluctant to part with their money, even if it’s to pay for your goods or services. As such, it can take a while for them to pay their...