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Client Spotlight: Supporting After the Bell School Support Ltd with Their Growing Educational Services

After the Bell School Support provides tailored educational assistance to schools, helping them navigate various challenges and offer enhanced support to their students. With a focus on improving the overall quality of education, After the Bell has become an essential partner to schools looking for additional resources in student development and school administration

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Check your State Pension entitlement

The current State Pension is £11,502 per year and is expected to rise to around £12,000 for the 2025/26 tax year. To put this into perspective, at today’s annuity rates, it would cost over £300,000 to purchase an index-linked annuity starting at £12,000 a year

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Business Advisory

Tax-Free Childcare: How Employers Can Offer Nursery Benefits

With childcare costs on the rise, many employers are now offering workplace nurseries or creche facilities as an attractive, tax-free benefit to help attract and retain staff. For larger employers, an on-site nursery may be feasible, but for smaller businesses, partnering with a local nursery provider is often the more practical solution.

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Tax News

Key Tax Deadlines: September/October 2024

As we approach the latter half of 2024, it’s crucial to stay on top of your tax deadlines to avoid any penalties or interest from HMRC. Below is a detailed list of the important tax dates coming up in September and October, along with additional information to help you understand what’s due and ensure you’re fully compliant.

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Tax News

Should You Consider Passing on Wealth Now to Manage Inheritance Tax?

Many individuals, including high-profile figures like TV presenter Anne Robinson, are considering passing on substantial amounts of their wealth ahead of anticipated changes to inheritance tax (IHT) in Labour’s upcoming Budget on 30 October. Robinson, for example, has reportedly transferred £50 million to her children and grandchildren. So, should you be thinking about doing the same?

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Tax

Back to School: Set Up a Tax-Free Childcare Account

As children head back to school, now is the perfect time to consider the Government’s Tax-Free Childcare Account. This scheme offers parents a 25% top-up on childcare costs, which can be used for everything from nursery fees to after-school clubs and registered childminders. If you’re looking for a way to ease the financial burden of childcare, setting up a Tax-Free Childcare Account could be the solution.

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Tax News

Your Guide to Tax-Free Employee Social Events

Planning a staff summer barbecue? Employers can cover the costs of certain social events for their employees without creating a tax liability. This exemption, which was once a concession, is now part of statutory regulations, provided certain conditions are met.

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Tax News

How to Navigate the 60% Tax Trap

For UK taxpayers earning between £100,000 and £125,140, the 60% tax trap can significantly impact disposable income and financial planning. This effective tax rate arises due to the tapering of the personal allowance.

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