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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.

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.

Ward Williams is delighted to announce the appointment of Izabela Kuchmacz to the Board. Since joining the firm in 2024, Izabela has made a significant contribution to the Audit team, and her appointment reflects the firm's continued investment in leadership, technical excellence and future growth.

Companies House has delayed major accounts filing reforms until April 2028, giving businesses additional time to prepare. The changes will introduce mandatory digital filing, require small companies to submit profit and loss accounts, and remove abridged accounts, marking a significant shift in reporting requirements. While immediate action may not be necessary, businesses should begin reviewing their processes, software and disclosure considerations to ensure a smooth transition.

By Phil Grainger, Managing Director, Ward Williams If there is one thing business owners have learned over the last decade, it is that certainty is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Many organisations have navigated Brexit, a global pandemic, supply chain disruption, soaring inflation, rising employment costs, changes to tax legislation and an ever-evolving regulatory ...

We’re pleased to be attending this year’s Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on Thursday 5 June in Uxbridge and would love to see clients, contacts and local businesses there too.