Blog16th Apr 2026Failure To Prevent Fraud Rules: Everything You Need To KnowFrom 1 September 2025, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 introduced the new corporate offence of Failure to Prevent Fraud. This represents a major shift in how UK organisations are held criminally accountable for fraud committed for their…By Sean McAuleyView more
Blog27th Mar 20265 ways businesses can prepare for the EU customs duty changesNew EU customs duty rules are on the horizon for consumers and businesses buying smaller items from outside the EU, including components and parts, particularly where they are being purchased via e-commerce channels. While the monetary value may seem small,…By John ConwayView more
Blog23rd Mar 20264 Ways You Can Prepare For The 2026 Pay & File DeadlineEvery year, individuals and directors within Ireland’s self-assessment system must file their annual income tax return and settle any tax liabilities by the Pay & File deadline. For the 2025 tax year, the standard deadline for filing a Form 11…By Rachel BarryView more
Blog18th Mar 20265 ways your organisation can support financial wellbeingThere are a lot of different factors that influence the well-being of your employees. Those can be social, mental, physical, and environmental, but the one that’s often forgotten about by organisations is financial wellbeing. For many, financial stress is something…By Richard PetrieView more
Blog27th Feb 202610 Sectors Facing Change as the UK National Minimum Wage RisesAt the heart of the Autumn Budget 2025 announcement was a further rise in the UK national minimum wage, set to take effect from April 2026. It’s a move designed to support workers. However, for employers, it brings renewed pressure…By Joel TophamView more
Blog24th Feb 2026Gender Pay Gap Reporting: What’s changing for Irish businesses?The gender pay gap remains a barrier to true equality in businesses. Discrepancies in pay across genders continue to exist, which not only hinders individuals but also organisations. Ensuring your gender pay gap report is complete isn’t just a moral…By Eva ChambersView more
Blog24th Feb 20265 Essential Steps to Buying a Business: A step-by-step guideBuying a business can be one of the most exciting and rewarding ventures you’ll ever take on, but it’s also a complex process with plenty of pitfalls for the unprepared. One of the biggest challenges for buyers is knowing what…By Ashok ThomasView more
Blog24th Feb 2026The family agreement: future-proofing the family businessEmploying over 60% of the population, family-run and small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. Yet, most family businesses do not have a succession plan; the family agreement is the essential framework needed to secure the business’s future. Fear…By Sarah-Jane MurphyView more
Blog24th Feb 20264 key ways to effectively manage an informal grievanceEconomic uncertainty, stretched teams, hybrid working, and rising stress levels are taking their toll. This can lead to a decline in patience, empathy, and tolerance towards employees. Formal complaints have always been part of the employee relations landscape; however, what…By Ailsa SmillieView more
Blog20th Feb 2026Insolvency insights: Misfeasant trading scope widenedBHS highlighted the importance of what advice directors received and whether they adequately considered it in the years leading up to insolvency, says Jude Howson. June 2024 saw the landmark decision handed down by Mr Justice Leech in relation to…By Judith HowsonView more
Blog20th Feb 2026Is Dubai the top escape from UK tax hikes?We’re now just over a year into the Labour government taking office. It’s been a year marked by widespread concern, both publicly and professionally, following the sweeping tax reforms set out in the Autumn Budget 2024. These new policies affect…By Lynn GracieView more
Blog20th Feb 2026The EMI share scheme: 4 key benefits employers need to knowRetaining top talent in an increasingly competitive labour market isn’t a new challenge that UK businesses are facing. It is, however, a challenge that is becoming increasingly difficult, with more factors contributing to businesses’ struggles. Competitive pay and benefits are…By Liam HosieView more