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A Guide to dividend tax

When limited companies make a profit, they can distribute those profits to shareholders in the form of dividends. For business owners, it is important to have an informed approach to dividend payments to maximise potential tax advantages.

HMRC scraps Making Tax Digital for corporation tax

HMRC has announced in the recent transformation roadmap that Making Tax Digital (MTD) for corporation tax will not be introduced, as previously intended.

Winter fuel payment updates

In June 2025 the government announced that for 2025/26 onwards, winter fuel payments would be made to all pensioners in England and Wales. However, the announcement also said that payments to pensioners with income of more than £35,000 would be recovered in full by HMRC. For those on higher income, there would be an option to decline the payment to avoid future tax adjustments.

September downloadable guides

Our monthly downloadable guides for you to tread at your leisure.

The business owner’s end of summer financial checklist

As summer winds down and the final quarter of 2025 approaches, now is the perfect time for business owners to take stock and ensure their financial house is in order. A proactive review in August or September can save you stress later and help you take advantage of planning opportunities before year end.

Dividends v salary -what’s the best mix for 2025/26?

As we move through the 2025/26 tax year, many company directors are once again weighing up the best way to extract income from their business. With evolving tax rules, national insurance changes and the upcoming implementation of Making Tax Digital, reviewing your salary and dividend strategy is more important than ever.