Are you claiming all the business expenses you're entitled to? Many owner-managed businesses miss out on valuable tax relief each year, often without realising it. In this article, our Ward Williams experts highlight the most commonly overlooked costs, signs you might be underclaiming, how far back you can go to fix it, and what to do next. Whether you’re a sole trader or run a limited company, this guide helps you stay tax-efficient, compliant, and financially smart.
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5 signs your payroll needs reviewing: Spot the issues costing your business time and money
Payroll is often seen as a back-office task, but mistakes, delays, or outdated processes can cause real issues for your business. In this article, we outline five telltale signs that your payroll needs a review from deadline pressures and staff queries to compliance gaps and missed insights. Whether you manage payroll in-house or outsource it to a firm like Ward Williams, this guide helps you stay accurate, up to date, and in control.
Changes to UK Company Law
Company Directors need to be prepared for a huge change in corporate responsibility due to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, this is a landmark piece of legislation with many implications for UK businesses. One significant change that Companies House will be introducing will be ‘Identity Verification’ for individuals setting up and managing companies with new ...
The duties of a Company Director
Have you ever considered what your responsibilities are as a company director? It is important to remember that as a company director good governance and board effectiveness are key requirements when making management decisions. The appointment of a new director should be more than just a tick box exercise. It is also important to remember that a director’s prime responsibil ...
Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme reintroduced for SME's
Employers with fewer than 250 employees will be able to claim up to two weeks’ SSP per employee for COVID-related sickness absences occurring from 21 December 2021. The reintroduction of the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme (SSPRS) was announced as part of a £1bn support package for businesses impacted by the Omicron variant of COVID-19. Employers are eligible for this suppor ...
