As we head towards Budget 2014, which will take place on Wednesday 19 March, there is no denying the UK economy is in a better place than it was this time last year. GDP growth of 2.4 per cent is predicted for this year and things are looking up, but does this mean that George Osborne will be providing dramatic tax cuts and reforms? Probably not…
There has been a positive start to 2014 so far when it comes to exports. A recent report from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply revealed that the rate of increase in new export business in January came close to a three year record.
HMRC has made it clear that many excuses will not be accepted when it comes to tax returns being filed after the 31 January deadline.
This valuable allowance is due to start for all businesses on 6 April 2014, and simply exempts the employer from the normal employer NICs of 13.8% of the earnings paid.
We take a look at why recent housing market predictions could make more of your estate liable to inheritance tax.
As a new dawn breaks for the construction industry, we take a closer look at the Construction Industry Scheme.