Quick Reads

Interesting quick insights, key numbers, and useful updates for when you're short on time.

What the R&D tax relief advance assurance pilot means for SMEs

HMRC’s new R&D tax relief advance assurance pilot could give SMEs earlier clarity on complex claims: here’s what businesses need to know.

Summer VAT reduction for children’s activities: what businesses need to know

A reduced VAT rate is being introduced for certain children’s activities and supplies this summer, raising a number of practical questions for affected businesses.

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As we enter a new financial year, we reflect on 2025 - an outstanding year of performance for Price Bailey’s Strategic Corporate Finance team.

How can internal audit drive value beyond assurance?

Read our latest quick read for ways in which internal audit can add value to your organisation beyond assurance...

How can veterinary practices prepare for the CMA’s proposed reforms?

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has proposed reforms to improve transparency and pricing clarity in the UK veterinary sector - here’s a quick summary of the changes and how your practice can start preparing ahead of the expected 2026 decision.

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FCA regime for cryptoasset regulation: what firms need to know

Understanding the FCA’s upcoming cryptoasset requirements.

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Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill: What do developers need to know?

The UK Government has published the Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, a major overhaul of leasehold law targeted at residential properties in England and Wales. Read our Quick Read to find out more about how this will impact developers...

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Inheritance Tax Reform U-turn: Relief Threshold Raised to £2.5m for Business Owners

The Government has announced a major revision to its planned inheritance tax changes, increasing the threshold for both Business Property Relief (BPR) and Agricultural Property Relief (APR) from £1 million to £2.5 million, just in time for Christmas.

What Budget announcements are affecting international businesses?

Read the latest changes from the Budget that may impact international businesses here...

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What does the Budget mean for property income?

For landlords, the property Income Tax changes means higher tax bills on rental profits at a time when mortgage rates and operating costs are already squeezing margins.

How do I find and retain skilled employees?

New EMI thresholds unlock further share incentive opportunities

Steve Butcher shares his initial thoughts on the expanded EMI scheme in this quick read.

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What could a Mansion Tax mean for homeowners?

Jon Chambers gives his initial thoughts on the Mansion Tax announced in the Budget in this quick read.

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