Heading out for a day on the beach in West Cornwall is definitely a must on a summer’s day. However, before you commit yourself to the beach every day you have free, why not check these 5 ways to enjoy the cornish summer. Boat trips and Coastal Tours What better way to see West Cornwall…
With the global pandemic keeping us in national and local lockdowns in the past year, some people found this the perfect opportunity to finally start their own business. Whether it be a hobby that’s grown organically, into a business that you can now earn money from, or a business idea you’ve had, but not had…
Since the Prime Minister’s announcements on Monday, The Chancellor, yesterday, released the latest government updates. This detailed how they will be supporting businesses and the self employed, during the lockdown and over the next 6 months. So what’s changed? The Furlough Scheme has been extended for 6 months, lasting until March 2021. The government…
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been extended for a month. Employers small or large, charitable or non-profit, are eligible for the extended Job Retention Scheme, which will now continue for a further month. Businesses will have the flexibility to bring furloughed workers back to work on a part time basis or furlough…
The furlough scheme is coming to an end this month. Here is what you need to know about the Job Support Scheme, which will start on the 1st of November 2020 and run for 6 months. What is it? The job support scheme has been put in place to help protect viable…
So you’re taking on employees (great!) & now you need to be sure you’re not only paying them correctly, & on time, but are also fulfilling your requirements to HMRC – need help? Let our MD Jenny guide you through everything you need to know, in this week’s Ask The Accountants Not able to watch…
Whether you’re thinking about setting up your own equestrian business, or you’re a seasoned owner of a livery yard or stable, there’s more to working in this specialist industry than just a love for the sport. One area that’s crucial to stay on top of is your finances, especially the taxes and regulations that could…
From 1 July 2020, employers will be allowed to bring furloughed employees back to work part-time, whilst still being able to claim under the CJRS for the hours not worked. The CJRS will end on 31 October 2020. For July the grant will be available on the same basis as now (the lesser of 80%…
The amount of pension tax relief you get on your pension contributions depends on the top rate of income tax you pay.The way tax relief is claimed depends on the type of pension you are saving into, and it’s worth checking with your scheme to see what method it uses.. Anyone earning less than £12,500…
No sooner have the summer holidays ended, the children have gone back to school and the thought of Christmas is upon you. Balancing work and family life can be challenging at the best of times without the added stresses and the potentially time-consuming process of hiring seasonal staff for those busier times of the year….