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MTD for IT’s slower countdown: a mixed blessing?
At a glance Mandatory software filing for company accounts begins 1 April 2027. The changes aim to increase transparency. Small companies will no longer be able to file abridged accounts. Some firms face new software costs. Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax...
Your 2026 economic briefing: AI, PE and volatility
At a glance The global economy is volatile, with nervous consumers and uneven growth. Artificial intelligence is a top business priority, but its...
Preparing for 2029’s mandatory e-invoicing
At a glance The UK will mandate e-invoicing for many VAT-registered businesses from 2029. E-invoicing uses structured digital formats that...
2026: Deadlines and dates accountants need to know
Level up in 2026 and enhance your skills in emerging areas of cybersecurity and technologies with IFA's self-paced short...
Budget 2025 – two weeks’ on
At a glance Rising minimum wages and National Insurance hikes will increase SME operating costs. Higher dividend tax and fiscal drag are set to...
UK Budget 2025: chancellor announces further tax hikes and HMRC reforms to close tax gap
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has used the 2025 UK Budget to announce £26bn in tax rises. The chancellor announced tax increases on...
HMRC Connect: the £4.6bn tax detective (and growing)
At a glance HMRC's Connect system recovered £4.6 billion in underpaid tax in 2024-25. Connect is a powerful data-mining tool, though HMRC is also...
Companies House filing rules: transparency, at a cost
At a glance Mandatory software filing for company accounts begins 1 April 2027. The changes aim to increase transparency. Small companies will no...
Dodge these 6 pitfalls on MTD for IT
At a glance Start telling clients now about the upcoming MTD for IT changes. Update your internal processes and choose the right software for...
Growth, value, leadership: the IPA Group’s new plan
At a glance The IPA Group has a new 2025–30 strategic plan targeting growth, value, and leadership. The IFA remains focused on supporting its...
Prepare for MTD now with the HMRC pilot
Image: "HMRC" by Steven Vacher licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0. At a glance MTD ITSA begins in April 2026 for those with income over £50,000. HMRC...
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