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Newsletter 12 December 2025 – FSCS protection limit increased
From 1 December 2025, the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) increased its deposit protection limit from £85,000 to £120,000 per person, per institution.
Newsletter 19 December 2025 – Understanding maximum pension contributions
Maximise your pension contributions without falling foul of HMRC rules. From understanding relevant UK earnings to navigating tapered allowances for high earners, this guide covers everything you need to know—including special strategies for owner managers and charity CEOs. Make the most of your pension planning today!
Newsletter 5 December 2025 – Greener Home Working
Working from home is the perfect chance to make greener choices every day. From heating only the rooms you use to cycling for short trips, these small changes can save energy, cut costs, and help the planet.
Newsletter Budget 2025 – Property Taxes
The Autumn Budget introduces a new surcharge on properties over £2 million starting in 2028 and raises income tax on rental income by 2% from 2027. Stamp Duty rates remain unchanged, offering short-term stability for buyers despite other significant reforms.
Newsletter Budget 2025 – Increases in dividend tax from April 2026
Dividend tax rates will rise by 2% from April 2026, affecting those with less than £125,000 of other income, while the additional rate remains unchanged. Our analysis shows it is still optimal for most business owners to take a salary up to the £12,570 personal allowance and dividends on top, though charities and social enterprises paying only salaries remain unaffected by these changes.
Newsletter Budget 2025 – Pension salary sacrifice changes from April 2029
The Autumn Budget introduces a cap on National Insurance savings for salary-sacrificed pension contributions, limiting NI relief to the first £2,000 from April 2029. Employees and employers will face NI charges on excess amounts, while employer pension contributions outside salary sacrifice remain free of NICs, making remuneration structuring more important than ever.
Newsletter Budget 2025 – Mileage Charge for Electric Vehicles From April 2028
The government says it wants to encourage electric vehicle adoption, yet the 2005 Budget introduced a mileage charge that penalises EV owners. A greener alternative would have been to increase VED on petrol and diesel cars, rather than undermining incentives for zero-emission transport.
Is Income a Grant (no VAT) or Supply (VAT)?
Download our checklist to establish whether income is for a service (subject to VAT) or a grant (usually outside the scope of VAT).
Newsletter 21 November 2025 – VAT updates
Important VAT changes are coming for charities and not-for-profits, including updates on fundraising exemptions, gift vouchers, and EU rules for virtual events. Stay informed to protect your compliance.
Newsletter 14 November 2025 – new SORP and thresholds for Charities
The Charities SORP 2026 introduces tiered reporting and significant updates across key modules, improving clarity and proportionality.
Audit and examination thresholds will rise from October 2026, easing the burden on smaller charities.
Newsletter 7 November 2025 – Companies House reforms
Major changes to UK company law take effect this month, including mandatory identity verification via GOV.UK One Login.
These reforms support transparency and are especially relevant for purpose-driven businesses.
How to Run a Limited Company
Running a limited company isn’t just about running a business, it’s about running it properly. Directors have legal responsibilities to ensure the company operates compliantly, keeps accurate records, and meets its reporting and tax obligations. Here’s a simple overview of what’s involved in running a limited company successfully and staying compliant.