On behalf of all at Ward Williams, we offer sincerest condolences to the Royal Family following the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II. We pay tribute to her lifelong dedication and service. ...

Weybridge Rowing Regatta 2022
For the eighth year running Ward Williams will enter a team of 4 into the Weybridge Rowing Regatta which will take place this year on Friday 5th August. The regatta is organised by Weybridge Rowing Club, along the River Thames. The Regatta was created as a community initiative for local businesses to meet, network and compete in a sporting environment. There are 24 teams and ...

Ward Williams Coronavirus Business Continuity Plan
Updated 23 June 2022 Following the economic disruption caused by Coronavirus (COVID19) over the past few years and now as we start to return to a new normality, we want to reassure you we have put in place sensible measures to ensure that Ward Williams is well prepared and well positioned to continue to provide our services. Remote working & returning to the workplace Ma ...

Ward Williams completes charity run
Ward Williams staff completed the Windsor Colour run on Saturday 7th May 2022. In memory of our friend and colleague Liana Gale where they raised funds for Woking Sam Beare Hospice Sadly Liana lost her battle to cancer on the 23rd December 2021. She was a fighter through and through and one of her favourite pastimes and hobbies was running. Running for fun, running to keep fi ...

Ward Williams reaches the final at Weybridge Rowing Regatta
For the seventh year running. Ward Williams took part in the Weybridge Rowing regatta. The regatta is organised by Weybridge Rowing Club, along the River Thames. The Regatta was created as a community initiative for local businesses to meet, network and compete in a sporting environment. This year the crew was made up of Alex Pendle, Sarena Harwood, Lee Langridge and Andrew F ...

Gifts to employees can be tax-free
Some employers may wish to give a small gift to their employees. As long as the employer meets the relevant conditions, no tax charge will arise on the employee. A tax exemption is available which should help employers ensure that the benefits provided are exempt and do not result in a reportable employee benefit in kind. In order for the benefit to be exempt it must satisfy t ...

House sales rise following the introduction of stamp duty holiday
The government has announced that residential property transactions rose 15.6% in August following the introduction of a stamp duty holiday. The government has announced: a rise in sales supports nearly three quarters of a million jobs in the sector – with new homeowners also spending extra cash on decorating, furniture and appliances a 30% boost in output in July for the ...

HMRC latest guidance for employers
HMRC has published the latest edition of the Employer Bulletin. This guidance for employers, and their agents, includes articles on: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and what employers need to do from August onwards making sure you are paying the correct workplace pension contributions new laws to ensure furloughed employees receive full statutory redundancy payments the ...

Examples of HMRC related phishing emails and bogus contact
HMRC guidance has been updated to identify examples of HMRC related phishing emails and bogus contact. Find out about websites, emails, letters, text messages and phone calls used by scammers and fraudsters to get your personal information Use these examples to help decide if contact from HMRC is genuine. The examples show you the different methods fraudsters use to get you ...

Ward Williams COVID-19 Newsletter - 2nd June 2020
There is a wide range of financial support available under the Government’s economic rescue package, but it can be difficult to identify the measures most relevant for your specific circumstances. Ward Williams provide a simple overview of the most common financial issues arising for businesses and individuals affected by COVID-19. Read our latest newsletter For further info ...