Business leaders think that an over-complicated tax system is holding their growth back more than high UK taxation, a survey by accountancy and business advisory firm, Azets, has shown. The survey of around 400 UK business leaders by the firm (which has offices across the North West, including in … [Read more...]
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Sole traders and landlords earning more than £30,000 urged to get ready for Making Tax Digital
With six months to go until being required to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, sole traders and landlords with a turnover more than £30,000 per year are being urged prepare for the changes. HMRC is encouraging taxpayers who think they will be affected by the changes to start preparing … [Read more...]
IN Accountancy rebrands to Cowgills following acquisition
Stockport accountancy firm, IN Accountancy, has rebranded as Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group, following its acquisition earlier this year. Cowgills signage will replace the IN Accountancy branding on the firm's offices at Rhino Court, Hazel Grove. The IN Accountancy website will also be retired … [Read more...]
Azets restructuring and insolvency partner explains the August rise in corporate insolvencies
With corporate insolvencies rising to 1,946 in August, 0.6% more than in the previous month, Jonathan Amor, a restructuring and insolvency partner at Azets, explains why businesses may have struggled this summer. Corporate insolvency numbers hit a four-month high in August, driven by a rise in … [Read more...]
Azets strengthens Transactions Services team across the north
UK accountancy firm, Azets, which has offices across the North West including in Stockport, has announced the appointment of David Tomlinson as a partner its Transactions Services team. David will be based at the firm's Manchester office and work across the North within the Transactions Services … [Read more...]
HMRC webinars to explain how salary sacrifice affects minimum wage rules
HMRC is hosting upcoming webinars to help businesses ensure that they don't fall foul of National Minimum Wage regulations when running salary sacrifice schemes. For businesses running salary sacrifice schemes, if the scheme is not managed correctly, it could lead to National Minimum Wage (NMW) … [Read more...]
Cowgills expands partnership with Stockport County
Stockport County is delighted to announce the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group, for the 2026/27 season. As part of the renewed agreement, Cowgills will become the official sponsor of the club’s matchday social graphics for the first time. The … [Read more...]
New holiday pay reporting rules ‘baffling businesses’, warns Azets
Thousands of employers in the UK are struggling with new ‘onerous responsibility’ over holiday entitlement and pay compliance, accountancy firm Azets is warning. The issue follows the government’s 6 April introduction of the Fair Work Agency and new rules. Employers now have to maintain holiday … [Read more...]
Consultation launched on plans to cut reporting requirements for small businesses
A government consultation has launched on plans to reform corporate reporting requirements, exempting small businesses from audits, and moving to a digital-first approach for shareholder communications. While corporate reporting keeps firms transparent and ensures investors are well informed … [Read more...]
Xeinadin welcomes new Tax Partner
Accountancy and business advisory practice, Xeinadin has announced the appointment of Nick Donohue as Tax Partner, further strengthening its specialist tax offering across Greater Manchester. Nick joins Xeinadin with more than 30 years of experience advising owner-managed businesses, … [Read more...]
CN Corporate Finance marks three years of growth
North West-based corporate finance advisory firm formerly known as CN Strategic Advisors, has marked its third anniversary with a new name following another year of growth in turnover, headcount and deal activity. The firm, founded in 2023 by former RSM and Forvis Mazars dealmaker Dave Baggott, … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Beware the Autumn cashflow crisis
UK accountancy and advisory firm Azets has warned that SMEs across the North West could face ‘an Autumn cashflow crisis’ if they don’t prepare properly for key October tax deadlines. Praveen Gupta, UK Head of Tax at the business that has offices across the North West including in Stockport, said … [Read more...]
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