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Seven year rule still applies – IHT PETs

There are specific rules regarding the liability to Inheritance Tax (IHT) on gifts made during a person's lifetime. In most cases, gifts made during a person's life are not taxed at the time they are given.These lifetime gifts are referred to as "potentially exempt transfers" (PETs). The gift becomes exempt from IHT if the giver…
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Tax Diary December 2024/January 2025

           1 December 2024 - Due date for Corporation Tax payable for the year ended 28 February 2024.           19 December 2024 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 December 2024. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date is 22 December 2024).   …
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Providing Business Christmas Gifts

Providing Christmas gifts can be a thoughtful gesture, but it's essential to understand the tax consequences to avoid unexpected liabilities. The tax treatment for gifts differs depending on whether they are for staff, or customers and suppliers. Here's a breakdown:1. Gifts to StaffTax-Free Gifts: Trivial BenefitsConditions: A gift can qualify as a tax-free trivial benefit…
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Crack down on subscription fine print

In a recent news story issued by the Department for Business and Trade a consultation was launched to crack down on the use of online "subscription traps". The full story says: "New proposals to crack down on subscription traps have been unveiled today as the government launches a consultation on measures to make it easier for…
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