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Farm Diversification: Where to start
According to DEFRA, 71% of farm businesses in 2023/24 have some form of diversified activity, up from 61% in 2014/15. Income from these activities produced £1.393 billion in 23/24, up from £1.321 in the previous year. This demonstrates how important these income streams have become.
Making Tax Digital for ITSA
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax and Rental Income is the biggest change to Self-Assessment since it was launched by HMRC over 30 years ago.
Steps into Digital Programme
The Steps into Digital programme focusses on strategic, guided steps toward adopting the right digital tools and practices for your business. Emphasising a supportive, paced approach to digital transformation, accessible and manageable to all at any level.
Profitability
Profit is a measure of a business’s income relative to its expenses. In other words, an organisation’s ability to generate revenue by using resources that it has available, such as people, materials and equipment. Unless you are running a charitable organisation, profit is generally the primary goal of a company. As well as providing income for the owners of a business, profits allow for investment and growth. Whilst revenue growth is generally a positive indicator, we need to understand profitability if a business is to be successful.
Networking events: 10 tips for success
Not all networking events are created equal, so researching the different types might be a good starting point.
Making Values Pay: Sustainability and Staff Engagement
What is the real value to sustainability to an organisation? Is it something to pursue or a waste of money? In this article we explore the benefits and risks of getting to grips with sustainability.
Business Essentials – Structure
There is a lot of information around about company formats and the associated rules and tax regimes and a lot has changed in recent years. So, what is the best structure to run your business through? Your choice of business vehicle affects the type of taxes you pay, your liability for business debts and the legal and administrative requirements imposed on the business.
Business Essentials - Employing People
As an employer in the UK, you have a number of legal and ethical responsibilities to ensure a safe, fair, and legally compliant working environment for your employees. These responsibilities span various areas, such as employment rights, health and safety, pay and tax obligations, and knowing who your employees are.
Business Essentials – VAT
VAT (Value Added Tax) is added to most products and services sold by VAT registered businesses. The main rate of VAT in the UK is currently 20%, although some goods and services are vatable at the reduced rate of 5% or are zero rated. There are also goods and services that are exempt from VAT or fall outside of scope for VAT.