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Five Surprising Truths a New Report Reveals About AI and Your First Job

A new landmark report reveals a startling fact: 56% of jobs held by young people are about to be transformed by Artificial Intelligence, but not in the way you think. For a generation entering a workforce already shaped by economic instability, the headlines about AI often swing between dystopian

Filed Under: Artifical Intelligence, Economy

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Autumn Budget 2025: Briefing Paper

Date: November 2025 Prepared For: ACCA Members and Clients Subject: Overview of Key Tax and Policy Changes Archived article: this was published in November 2025 and reflects Budget 2025. Budget 2026 has since made further changes. Read our Budget 2026 summary and the ACCA guide to tax rates for

Filed Under: Budget, Corporation Tax, HMRC, Inheritance Tax, Tax

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Budget 2025: The “Stabilisation” Budget – What You Need to Know

Date: 26 November 2025 The Chancellor has delivered the Autumn Budget 2025, positioning it as a plan for "Strong Foundations" and a "Secure Future". While the headline rates of Income Tax, VAT, and National Insurance remain frozen, this is a Budget of significant structural change. The government is

Filed Under: Budget, Company, Corporation Tax, HMRC, Inheritance Tax, P11D benefits, Self Assessment, Tax

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Identity Verification Under the New Companies House Regulations

Major changes are coming to UK company administration. Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, Companies House is introducing mandatory identity verification for the people who run, own and file information for UK companies. This marks one of the biggest shifts in corporate

Filed Under: Company, Company Law

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A Definitive Analysis of UK Company Expenditure and the Risks of Personal Spending

Update October 2026: this report reflects the 2025/26 tax year. From April 2026 the approved mileage rate for cars and vans is 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles (25p thereafter, rising to 35p from April 2027). The official rate of interest for beneficial loans is 3.75% from 6 April

Filed Under: Company, Expenses, How to Guides, Tax

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Companies House Shake-Up: What You Need to Know About New Identity Verification Rules

Big changes are coming to Companies House, and they’re set to impact almost everyone involved with UK companies and LLPs. Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (“ECCTA”), a new, mandatory identity verification process is being introduced. This isn't just a minor update; it's a

Filed Under: Anti Money Laundering, Company, Company Law, Compliance

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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: What You Need to Know

Archived article: this was published in April 2025, before Making Tax Digital for Income Tax started. MTD for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026. Read Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: where things stand in October 2026 for the current position. When Does MTD for Income Tax Begin? Making Tax

Filed Under: MTD for Income Tax

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Navigating the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023: What Businesses Need to Know

Update October 2026: this article was written in March 2025. Identity verification with Companies House became compulsory on 18 November 2025, and accounts must be filed using software from 1 April 2028. Read our identity verification guide and our article on accounts filing changes from April

Filed Under: Company, Company Law, Compliance

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A Limited Company’s Guide to Electric Vehicle Tax: Maximising Your Savings

Updated October 2026: capital allowance, National Insurance, mileage and VED points revised for 2026/27. Is your limited company considering the switch to an electric vehicle (EV)? It’s a strategic move that can not only boost your company’s green credentials but also offer significant tax

Filed Under: P11D benefits, PAYE, Tax, Technology

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A Sole Trader’s Guide to Electric Vehicle Tax: Maximising Your Savings

Updated October 2026: capital allowance, mileage and VED points revised for 2026/27. Are you a sole trader considering the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) for your business? It’s a smart move that can not only help the environment but also offer significant tax advantages. This guide will

Filed Under: P11D benefits, Self Assessment, Tax

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