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From government-announced changes and their impact on the business world, to the latest accounting technology and how you can use it to your advantage, we cover all aspects of business, tax and accounting news – just read on to find out more.
making tax digital
Since April 2019, most VAT-registered businesses have had new digital tax requirements under Making Tax Digital (MTD), and more changes could be coming soon. Here’s all you need to know about the scheme.
MTD milestones
How MTD has developed over time, and what could happen next.
Business impacts
How digital accounting could change your business, and how to prepare.
key features
The benefits of online accounting, and how it can improve your processes.
Trusted online tools
Why we recommend Xero and Receipt Bank as MTD-compatible tools.
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Growing a restaurant business is exciting, but it’s hard work too, and riddled with risks and complexity.
Our eBook ‘5 big problems of running a restaurant or café’ will get you on the right path from the start, covering the biggest challenges faced by today’s restaurateurs, and what you can do to resolve them.
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We take a real interest in all things tax, technology and business management, and we think it’s important to share what we know. Read on for our views and analysis of the latest changes affecting the restaurant and café industry, and for guidance on key issues.
Grants for seeking professional advice or purchase of equipment
For businesses based in Greater London, applications for SME grants of between £1000 and £5000 are opening on 16th October 2020. This grant is...
Further Support Announcements
On 24th September, as part of his Winter Economy Plan speech, Chancellor Rishi Sunak outlined the next phase of the Government’s planned economic...
Key information – Coronavirus Job Retention Relief and Business Interruption Loan
As our continuous commitment to support our clients and other UK businesses, I have outlined further information about Coronavirus Job Retention and...
Positive announcement for the hospitality sector – Budget 2020
With the impact of Brexit and Coronavirus, the hospitality industry is one of the significantly affected industries. The impact increases for small...
How to save time
It is said that time and tide wait for no man, but what if we were able to make the most of our precious minutes and seconds? Well, perhaps if we...
Motivation & your business
Knowing how to motivate your staff is vital if you're running a restaurant business. Your employees are the front face of your business and as such...
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