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Contentious Tax Bulletin

Tax Investigations Partner, Andrew Park, provides a round up of the most recent and significant contentious tax news. Read more here...

Academy Helpdesk review Q1 2023

Academy Helpdesk review

Every quarter, our Academies team will publish the most important and frequently asked helpdesk queries. You can download our 2024 quarterly updates here.

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How to pass the BFI Cultural Test for video games

The British Film Institute (BFI) offers Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR) as well as Video Games Expenditure Credits (VGEC). But to access this support, your game must first pass the BFI Cultural Test and be certified as British. Read more here...

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The Budget that ended non-dom status: what happened, and what came next?

How the Autumn Budget 2024 abolished non-dom status and introduced the FIG regime, and what changed as the reforms passed into law.

Crypto investors: is your tax position ready for HMRC’s new data-sharing powers?

HMRC will soon receive detailed data on UK crypto transactions under CARF. Here's what investors need to check before 2027.

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VAT - Is my supply taxable?

We go back to basics and explore what tests are considered when deciding if supply is VAT taxable

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R&D tax relief changes

Read our article detailing the latest updates to R&D tax reliefs in the UK, as well as an overview of previously announced changes.

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Tax considerations for business owners 2025/2026

This year brings tax changes that will fundamentally reshape the landscape of UK business. From rising National Insurance contributions to adjustments in Capital Gains and Inheritance Tax, the “tough choices” that Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in her Autumn Budget are set to redefine how many companies manage their tax liabilities. In this article, Parry Jackson and Lewis Ratcliffe, Partners in our Business team, outline the key changes you need to know for 2025/2026.

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What do I need to know about Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC)?

Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) has replaced VGTR for UK game developers, offering a 34% expenditure credit worth 25.5% net. See eligibility, how to claim, and what's changed.

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Income Tax threshold freeze

What is the real impact of the Income Tax threshold freeze? What can individuals do to mitigate the impact? Read more here...

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Payrolling benefits in kind (BIKs)

From 6 April 2027, employers who provide taxable benefits in kind (BIK) to their employees will be required to report these benefits and the Class 1A national insurance contributions (NIC), via their payroll. We answer some of your questions....

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VAT treatment of vouchers

VAT rules for vouchers remain complex despite changes. Our most recent blog explains the main principles of the VAT treatment of vouchers, key Tribunal cases and practical considerations for businesses to avoid errors.

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