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By Scott McIver

26th February 2026

Are you subject to the Scottish 67.5% tax trap?

While the 2026/2027 Scottish Budget included measures to increase the income tax thresholds for lower earners (meaning they pay marginally less tax than those in other parts of the UK), the Higher, Advanced and Top rate thresholds in Scotland remain unchanged, leaving some high earners exposed to paying 67.5% in income tax.

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Making tax digital

By Richard Andrew

26th February 2026

Who is affected by Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is being phased in from April 2026. It applies to sole traders and landlords, with start dates determined by their level of qualifying income.

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By Ed Connell

26th February 2026

VAT repayments can be withheld under HMRC Time to Pay Arrangements

Many businesses use Time to Pay (TTP) arrangements with HM Revenue and Customs to manage tax liabilities during periods of cash flow pressure. While these plans can be extremely helpful, there is an important condition to be aware of that can have a real impact on business finances.

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Cyber security

By Armstrong Watson

26th February 2026

Scottish businesses urged to act on cyber resilience during Cyber Scotland Week

This Cyber Scotland Week, Armstrong Watson is urging businesses across the country to strengthen their cyber resilience as AI-enabled threats grow in speed and sophistication.

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By Justin Rourke

25th February 2026

The new Wills Bill: What could change and what it means for your estate plan

The current law on wills dates back to the Wills Act 1837, and in today’s world of digital communication, longer life expectancy, and increasingly complex family structures, these long-standing rules can feel a bit out of step.

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By Armstrong Watson

25th February 2026

Experienced business adviser joins Armstrong Watson’s growing Manchester office 

Armstrong Watson is delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Sudworth as Business Services Director in its expanding Manchester office - further strengthening the firm’s ambitions in Greater Manchester and marking the latest step in its continued growth.

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By Rebecca Wilson

25th February 2026

Protect your business from growing threat of cybercrime in 2026

Both small and large organisations are vulnerable to cyber-attacks, which can lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and legal repercussions and in today’s digital world, cyber security is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity.

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Making tax digital

By Richard Andrew

22nd February 2026

MTD for Income Tax: Digital record keeping and compliance

From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment will change the way many businesses and landlords keep and submit their tax records. One of the key requirements is maintaining digital records.

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financial reporting team

By Armstrong Watson

19th February 2026

Armstrong Watson launches two new services, offering enhanced support to businesses

Armstrong Watson has expanded its offering with the launch of two specialist propositions - a Financial Reporting Team and a Fractional FD/CFO Service. Together, these enhanced services provide clients with deeper technical reporting expertise and flexible, senior finance leadership.

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Making tax digital

By Richard Andrew

16th February 2026

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: Pitfalls of registration

The Government’s phased introduction of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment begins in April 2026 and initially applies to self-employed individuals and landlords with an income of more than £50,000.

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