Van Driver Compliance
As I go around from place to place plying my services I am intrigued by the concepts that people have of machines and vehicles together with people’s expectations to what they are designed to do seems to bear no relationship…
Tax Changes for Double Cab Pick-Ups: How They Impact Your Business
Within the Autumn Budget 2024, the government announced that HMRC will change its policy for double cab pick-up vehicles (DCPUs) for Benefit in Kind tax purposes from 1 April 2025 for corporation tax and 6 April 2025 for income tax…
New Regulations for Landlords and Letting Agents
Are you renting out a Residential Property in England? If so, are you aware of the new regulations? PEP (Politically Exposed Person) and sanction checks are crucial compliance measures that help businesses mitigate the risk of dealing with individuals or entities…
Pension IHT Rules Are Changing in 2027
Here's What It Means for Your Estate... From April 2027, significant changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules regarding pension funds will come into effect in the UK, fundamentally altering estate planning strategies. Currently, unused defined contribution pensions are generally excluded…
Social Media Isn’t Optional Anymore!
Tips for Local Businesses to Grow Online. Let’s be honest… if your business isn’t on social media in 2025, you’re basically invisible. We know, we know. It can feel like a faff. You’re running your business, juggling a hundred other…
Fulfilment Services: The Impact on Customer Loyalty and Sales Growth
For many small and medium-sized businesses, the challenge of scaling an eCommerce operation while maintaining excellent customer service can be daunting. From managing stock to packing orders and ensuring timely delivery, the logistics side of your business is more than…
The reality of being a mum and business owner
It’s no secret that being a mum is tough. But when you’re also a business owner, it can feel like you’re juggling two full-time jobs and then some. A US study found that mums work an average of 98 hours…
The Hidden Cost of Working from Home
When working from home became the norm, many of us embraced it, no commute, more flexibility, and control over our day. But several years in, it’s becoming clear that it’s not all sunshine and slippers. Isolation, low motivation, and blurred…
Uckfield Heritage News…
Saxons are taking over Bridge Cottage on 17 May - Uckfield Heritage will join forces with Uckfield Bonfire & Carnival Society to bring a taste of Saxon life to Bridge Cottage. Some of the costumes and shields you have seen…
A New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment: What Employers Need to Know
Starting Autumn 2024, UK employers must take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment under the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) 2023. This significant legal update empowers Employment Tribunals to increase compensation by up to 25% if…