Blog24th Feb 2026The family agreement: Future-proofing your 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 informal grievancesEconomic 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 2026EMI share schemes: 4 key benefits you need to know aboutRetaining 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
Blog20th Feb 2026The 5 ways sustainability builds trust, growth & resilienceIt’s a common assumption from many business leaders that if their organisation doesn’t meet the threshold for Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR), then they don’t need to worry about sustainability because “they’re not big enough yet.” Technically, they’re not…By Alasdair GreenView more
Blog13th Feb 2026Business Valuation Services: 5 ways they help add valueWhen discussing business valuation services, it can be easy to focus solely on their role in selling a company, but there are, in fact, many situations where they are required. A valuation report provides crucial insights for businesses at every…By Paul TurnerView more
Blog13th Feb 2026New merged R&D Scheme: What’s changed? There’s been no shortage of headlines about the UK’s new merged R&D Scheme. However, for many businesses, the real impact is only just beginning to be felt. R&D tax claims follow the end of the accounting period, so it’s only…By Chris WebsterView more
Blog13th Feb 2026HMRC nudge letter campaign: what online sellers need to knowHM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) have launched yet another nudge letter campaign to encourage individuals to consider the accuracy of their tax reporting. The HMRC nudge letter campaign is not designed to be accusatory but instead to act as a…By Kerry GriffinView more
Blog13th Feb 2026UK Whistleblowing Protections: Time for a cultural reset?UK whistleblowing protections are on the brink of significant reform. The Public Interest Disclosure Act (PIDA) was passed in 1998, was praised globally as an innovative and vital piece of legislation, aiming to protect workers who raised concerns about wrongdoing…By Sean McAuleyView more
Blog13th Feb 2026How financial modelling can support your business growth?Ambition without a sense of clarity can lead you in the wrong direction quickly. That’s where financial modelling steps in, giving you a structured view of your business so your next move isn’t just a guess. For businesses preparing for…By Euan MiddletonView more
Blog13th Feb 2026Do You Know How To Decipher Your Tax Code?Understanding your PAYE (Pay As You Earn) tax code is a crucial aspect of managing your finances, yet it is something many people overlook or find unnecessarily complicated. While they may appear as a cryptic combination of numbers and letters,…View more