Company director disqualification
Company directors have a legal duty to act responsibly and in the best interests of their business. If a director fails to meet these responsibilities, they can face disqualification from acting as a
Company directors have a legal duty to act responsibly and in the best interests of their business. If a director fails to meet these responsibilities, they can face disqualification from acting as a
The question was raised as to whether, in a tripartite agency relationship, an employment relationship exists between an employee and their intermediary agency. For instance, Ryanair DAC employs some
A management buyout keeps the business in familiar hands. The team that already understands customers, systems, and culture steps into ownership, which reduces disruption and protects service quality.
Why cash flow matters Profit is important, but cash pays wages, suppliers and loan repayments. Even strong businesses can struggle if money arrives late. A few disciplined habits around invoicing and
Know the rules for contractors & subs under CIS to avoid issues with HMRC. Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), HMRC applies specific tax rules to contractors and subcontractors in the
HMRC requires businesses to maintain accurate VAT records to ensure correct tax payments. While all businesses must retain general records (such as invoices, bank statements, and receipts), a key
Trustees must manage assets, follow tax rules, and register with HMRC where required. A trust is a legal arrangement in which a trustee, either an individual or a company, is entrusted with managing
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SMI loans can help pay mortgage interest for those on benefits, but repayment is due when the home is sold. Support for Mortgage Interest (SMI) is a government-backed loan provided by the Department
HMRC’s Time to Pay lets eligible taxpayers spread tax bills over time, avoiding immediate enforcement. If you owe tax to HMRC, you may be able to set up an online ‘Time to Pay’ payment plan