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Higher taxes on certain income, frozen thresholds and changes to pensions and inheritance tax are creating new considerations for individuals and families.

Corporation Tax may be unchanged, but the decisions facing business owners, employers and growing companies are becoming more complex.

Following the Chancellor's Autumn Budget on 28 October 2026, our comprehensive Budget Guide brings together the key tax announcements, forthcoming changes and updated rates and allowances.

The key announcements from the Autumn Budget 2026, summarised in our At a Glance guide. Find out what's changing for individuals and businesses.

From staff rewards to entertaining and everyday expenses, seemingly simple decisions can have unexpected tax consequences. “Can I put that through the business?” It’s one of those questions we as accountants hear all the time. And usually, the answer starts with: "it depends", and we aren't trying to be awkward! Running a business creates plenty of situations where the line b ...

Several important employment law changes take effect from October 2026, with further reforms following in January 2027. Employers should review their policies, records and management processes now.

The Bank of England has held Bank Rate at 3.75%, providing some short-term stability for businesses. However, a decision to leave rates unchanged should not be mistaken for a return to cheap borrowing or a reason to delay financial planning. Interest rates affect much more than the cost of a loan. They influence cash flow, investment decisions, customer spending, business valu ...

You’ve built a successful business, so what happens next? In this latest Ask the Expert article, Phil Grainger invites business owners to look beyond day-to-day demands and consider the bigger picture.

From growth and succession to exit planning and personal wealth, the decisions you make today are shaped by the future you’re working towards. With an Autumn Budget on the horizon, now is the ideal time to clarify your goals, review your plans, and ensure your business and personal affairs are aligned.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is no longer coming soon – it’s here. The first phase of MTD for Income Tax is underway, with quarterly submissions already being made by self‑employed individuals and landlords earning over £50,000. Thresholds will drop to £30,000 in April 2027 and £20,000 in April 2028, bringing many more people into the rules.

In our latest article, we explain what MTD means in practice, who it affects, and the three questions we’re hearing most often: whether you can wait to act, how it applies to smaller landlords, and whether you need new software. We also share why preparing early can improve your record‑keeping, cash‑flow visibility and year‑end planning – not just your compliance.

Ward Williams Chartered Accountants is delighted to announce the promotion of Dipesh Parmar to Tax & Estate Planning Director, recognising more than 20 years of dedicated service, outstanding technical expertise and his significant contribution to one of the firm's fastest-growing specialist service areas.