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Here you will find all the latest news, views and helpful guides in relation to accountancy, taxation and running a business.

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12th Feb 2021
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Cycle To Work – Employee Benefits & Tax Savings

More and more employers are encouraging their employees to cycle to work rather than drive or use public transport. Luckily the government provide tax incentives, which makes this arrangement attractive to employer and employee, particularly for owner managed businesses where they are often one and the same!

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4th Feb 2021
The business benefits of a healthy team Friend & Grant Accountants Employee Health Don’t miss out on tax relief for home working!

The business benefits of a healthy team

There are many benefits of working from home from an employee’s point of view. The savings in time and costs of commuting to work are significant. The improvements in family bonds can also provide real dividends - being there for when your children leave for school or being at home for dinner with the family and tucking the children in at night are benefits which many parents find priceless.

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18th Jan 2021
Does it make sense to buy a company motorbike? Friend & Grant Accountants

Does it make sense to buy a company motorbike?

Our latest blog looks at the possibility of having a company motorbike and we analyse the good and bad points that need to be considered.

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14th Jan 2021
Five top tips to adopt in 2021 to improve your leadership skills Friend & Grant Accountants

Five top tips to adopt in 2021 to improve your leadership skills

In today’s fast pace business world the need for growth is essential. However doing it on your own is incredibly difficult. Having a strong team around you is key but this can only be created and sustained through strong leadership.

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12th Jan 2021
Struggling with leadership? Friend & Grant Accountants

Struggling with leadership?

Good leadership principles are there for everyone to take and have been for a long time but even so few leaders fail to implement them. We examine what common errors business owners make and how they can improve their leadership techniques.

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5th Jan 2021
Brexit trade agreement signed and sealed! Friend & Grant Accountants

Brexit trade agreement signed and sealed!

As expected at the 11th hour a trade deal was struck! The transition period for the UK leaving the EU has now ended. The trade deal has been ratified by the UK Parliament so from 1 January we are trading with the EU quota and tariff “free”.

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9th Dec 2020
How post Brexit VAT works for businesses importing into the UK Friend & Grant Accountants

How post Brexit VAT works for businesses importing into the UK

Postponed VAT accounting starts on 1 January 2021, but what does it mean and what effect does it have to businesses?

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7th Dec 2020
Brexit Update Friend & Grant Accountants

Brexit Update

The UK will leave the EU on 31 December 2020, with or without a trade deal, what action should you be taking now to prepare your business?

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2nd Dec 2020
How to pay VAT deferred due to Coronavirus Friend & Grant Accountants

How to pay VAT deferred due to Coronavirus

If you have deferred your VAT liability due to Coronavirus, make sure you know your options for payment!

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