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CBILS: One week on

Read our FAQ's and guidance for business owners on key issues relating to CBILS.

Covid-19: Government Grants

Ensure your business does not miss out on much-needed Government Grants by checking the application process with your council. Click here for links

IR35 Reforms or Changes to Off Payroll Working Rules Coming into Play from April 2020

Changes to IR35 Off Payroll Working Rules for the private sector come into force from April 2020.

COVID-19 Loans and the Banks

The Coronavirus epidemic is a worldwide health emergency and this will ultimately result in economic challenges for many businesses.

Cautionary Advice if Applying for Delay in Filing Accounts

The Government in conjunction with Companies House have announced that the filing deadline for company accounts can be extended with prior agreement by 3 months, but act with caution...

Company reporting considerations for directors

Director responsibilities in relation to going concern

The impact of the Covid-19 outbreak is so pervasive that few businesses will emerge unscathed. As directors, you have a duty to consider the ability of the company to operate as a going concern for a period of at least 12 months from the date of sign off of the financial statements. In reaching this conclusion, you must now consider and disclose the impact of the Coronavirus on the company’s ability to remain in operational existence. This will give rise to the following financial reporting considerations:

Providing First Aid to Businesses

During the COVID-19 outbreak it's likely that the majority of businesses will encounter trading difficulties at some point, and in these instances our advice is to manage cash flow appropriately, deal with potential issues head on, seeking help quickly if you're at all concerned.

We have extensive experience assisting businesses in difficulty, so if you are concerned about any of the following buisness or cash management issues, please get in touch with Rob Adamson who is ready to help.

Budget Measures Announced to Support Businesses

Summary of key things business owners need to know from the Budget on 11 March 2020.

Get ready for changes to tax on residential property sales

Major changes to Capital Gains Tax on the sale of residential properties is coming into force from 6^th April 2020.