WHAT DOES THE OCTOBER 2024 BUDGET MEAN FOR YOU?
The Chancellor has announced a budget that will increase taxes by £40 Billion 
​Just what does this mean for you?

Published 31 October 2024
PROPOSED REPEAL OF THE SPECIAL TAX TREATMENT OF FURNISHED HOLIDAY LETTINGS
The government has now issued the draft legislation to abolish the special tax treatment of furnished holiday lettings (FHL) 

Published 19 August 2024
ELECTION RESULTS IN:  WHAT WILL BE THE EFFECT ON YOUR TAX BILL?

So, the election results are in and the Labour party won the country’s mandate to form a new parliament. What could that mean for the tax you pay?

​Published 10 July 2024
ARE YOU READY FOR A CYBER ATTACK?
How resilient are you to cyber attacks - what do you need to do to protect yourself?

​Published 3 July 2024
GUIDE TO THE GENERAL ELECTION - TAX IMPLICATIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
As a business owner you'll be likely wondering how the general election on 4 July could affect your business

​Published 27 June 2024
SUPPORT WITH EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND DISABILITY
A new service has been launched to help employers with employee health and disability

​Published 30 May 2024
ADMITTING A NEW PARTNER INTO THE PARTNERSHIP: WHAT SHOULD YOU CONSIDER FIRST?
There comes a time when you need to consider admitting a new partner into the partnership

​Published 30 May 2024
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS AT MAYES!
This year Mayes Accountants celebrates its 50th birthday

​Published 25 May 2024
ARE YOU AN EARLY BIRD? HAVE YOU COMPLETED YOUR TAX RETURN?
HM Revenue and Customs have released figures that 295,250 tax returns were filed in the first week of the new tax year.

​Published 23 May 2024
HOW CAN YOU SAVE ON CAPITAL GAINS TAX?
Over the last two years, the tax free-allowance for capital gains tax has been cut by over three quarters - find out here how you could potentially save on this.
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​Published 13 May 2024
5 ESSENTIAL STEPS TO SUCCESSFULLY ESTABLISH AND GROW YOUR NEW BUSINESS
Here are five important steps to consider as you establish and grow your new business

​Published 8 May 2024
IF YOU HAVE SAVINGS DON'T FORGET THAT INTEREST RATES ARE HIGHER AND NEED TO BE DECLARED ON YOUR TAX RETURN
With higher interest rates being paid by banks many investors now have interest that needs declaring on their tax returns

​Published 22 April 2024
GOOD BOOKKEEPING:  A BACKBONE OF BUSINESS SUCCESS
Keeping your accounting records can feel like a chore - Read more for tips and advice

​Published 11 April 2024
CHANCELLOR ABOLISHES FURNISHED HOLIDAY LETS TREATMENT AND ANNOUNCES STAMPY DUTY LAND TAX CHANGES
Read more to see if this affects you.

​Published 2 April 2024
BUDGET 2024
On 6 March 2024, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt presented his Spring Budget to Parliament.

Read more to see what this means for you.

​Published 7 March 2024
GET READY FOR CHANGES TO UK COMPANY LAW
Companies House are aiming  to introduce the first set of changes on 4 March 2024. See how these affect you?

​Published 4 March 2024
ARE YOU GETTING MINIMUM WAGE PAYMENTS RIGHT?
HMRC has named and shamed 524 businesses for failing to pay the minimum wage to their staff - find out more if you are paying correctly

Published 26 February 2024
UPDATE ON HMRC DOUBLE CAB PICK UP GUIDANCE
HMRC has updated its guidance on the tax treatment of Double Cab Pick Ups

Published 20 February 2024
YEAR END EXTRACTING PROFIT WITHIN YOUR BUSINESS
This can be a good time to review your business tax planning to ensure you minimise tax.
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​Published 12 February 2024
IS PREPARING YOUR PAYROLL CAUSING YOU A HEADACHE
​Running a business efficiently is a full-time job and when you must run your weekly or monthly payroll this can eat up into your precious time.
​Published 29 November 2023
AUTUMN STATEMENT 2023
Jeremy Hunt - The Chancellor of The Exchequer has delivered his Autumn Statement - Find out the key points that may affect you and your business
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Published 23 November 2023
WORKING FROM HOME AND THE £6 PER WEEK ALLOWANCE
During the COVID pandemic the government relaxed the conditions to enable those working from home - see what you can still claim  
Published 19 October 2023
DO YOU KNOW YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS A DIRECTOR?
Find out what you need to comply with as a Director when running your own Company

Published 25 July 2023
IS "GOING GREEN" AN OPTION FOR SMALLER BUSINESSES
How can small businesses make it viable by adopting a green policy during these tough times 

Published 11 July 2023
QUALITY ALWAYS RISES TO THE TOP!
What do businesses have to do to ensure they succeed in the present economic environment? 

Published 21 June 2023
WORKING FOR YOURSELF - BECOMING SELF EMPLOYED 
Do you aspire to run your own business and be your own boss - read here for more information 

Published 17 May 2023
NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS
The Government have extended the deadline for making voluntary National Insurance Contributions

Published 23 March 2023
NEW VAT PENALTIES AND INTEREST PAYMENTS
Read about the new penalties and how they will impact your business if you submit or pay your VAT late

Published 6 March 2023
NEW WAGE
​AND STATUTORY PAYMENTS FROM APRIL 2023
Everything you need to know about minimum wage amounts from April 2023

​Published 27 February 2023
A RECESSION MAY BE COMING - TIPS AND ADVICE ON HOW TO SURVIVE
Are you ahead of the game - keeping your business healthy in a recession

​Published 21 February 2023
KEEPING A TIGHT GRIP ON YOUR DEBTORS
Are you aware of how much money your clients owe you
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Published 4 November 2022
CHECKING YOUR HMRC PAYE NOTICE OF CODING
How to understand and check your PAYE code
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Published 26 July 2022
CERTAINTY IN AN UNCERTAIN WORLD
​How to keep track of  the impact of everything on your business



Published 24 May 2022
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO KEEP GOOD ACCOUNTING RECORDS
Spending a bit of time on your records could save you time and money in the long run

Published 11 April 2022
MAKING TAX DIGITAL - VAT RETURNS
Are you ready for the new change in how you submit your VAT returns?


​Published 24 March 2022
THE IMPORTANCE OF A SHAREHOLDERS AGREEMENT
Things you need to consider when owning shares in a company.

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Published 14 February 2022
SUMMER
​ECONOMIC UPDATE
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Highlights from the Chancellor's speech during which he unveiled further Government support.


Published 10 July 2020
DECIDING THE LENGTH OF YOUR CLAIM PERIOD
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Things that you need to consider when deciding the length of your furlough claim period.


​Published 8 July 2020
CORONAVIRUS STATUTORY SICK PAY REBATE SCHEME
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The Covid-19 SSP Rebate Scheme opened on 26 May. Find out more and how to make a claim.


Published 27 May 2020
GETTING BACK TO WORK SAFELY
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Guidance from the Government on getting businesses back up and running safely.


Published 18 May 2020​
NEW GUIDANCE -
JOB RETENTION SCHEME
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NEW guidance for employers. We have explained the new information and the key changes.


Published 17 April 2020
JOB RETENTION SCHEME
FAQ's

Answering the most frequently asked questions about the Job Retention Scheme.


Published 15 April 2020
UPDATED GUIDANCE ON THE JOB RETENTION SCHEME

The government updated their guidance on the operation of the Job Retention Scheme on 4 April.


Published 7 April 2020
WORKING TIME AMENDMENTS & EVL DETAILS
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Working time amendments to allow holiday carryover and right to Emergency Volunteering Leave.


Published 03 April 2020
IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT LAW CHANGES

The upcoming Employment Law Changes which will be taking effect from April 2020.


Published 25 March 2020
PROJECT
MANAGEMENT

How to keep a big project on track when you are managing conflicting priorities.


Published 25 March 2020
SMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
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What you need to do if your sales are going to take a hit and do you have a "viable" business?


Published 20 March 2020
COVID-19
ECONOMIC UPDATE
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The key initiatives announced to help businesses cope with the impact of COVID-19.


Published 19 March 2020
COVID-19
HR ADVICE

Advice for employers on how to manage the HR issues arising from COVID-19.


Published 17 March 2020
MARCH TAX NEWS AND ADVICE

What do you need to consider before the end of the tax year? Important upcoming changes. 


Published 2 March 2020
MTD FOR VAT SOFT LANDING PERIOD ENDS IN APRIL

The soft landing period will end for VAT accounting periods starting on or after 1 April 2020.


Published 20 February 2020
DRIVING
INNOVATION
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Innovation Champions, discussing pay with your employees and breaking up in business.


Published 17 February 2020
FEBRUARY TAX NEWS AND ADVICE

Budget day, review of off-payroll working rules and changes to paying CGT from 6 April 2020.


Published 7 February 2020
KEY BUSINESS TRENDS FOR 2020
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Key business trends, fast follower versus first mover advantage and how to avoid micro-managing.


Published 23 January 2020
YOUR QUARTERLY CALENDAR
JANUARY-MARCH 2020
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Your 2020 Quarterly Calendar with all your financial events and notable key events,


Published 16 January 2020
JANUARY TAX NEWS AND ADVICE
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New Year's resolutions to save tax, tax to pay on your dividends in January and advisory fuel rates.


Published 8 January 2020
"THE FUTURE OF WORK"
WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
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Embracing technology, reducing debtor days to improve cash flow and executing your strategy.


Published 16 December 2019
DECEMBER TAX NEWS AND ADVICE
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Election tax proposals, tax free Christmas gifts for employees and using the cycle to work scheme.


Published 5 December 2019