CJRS Job Retention Bonus

Here is a summary, broadly in line with what we knew was coming:- the Job Retention Bonus is available to employers in respect of each employee who (a) has been on furlough at some point; and (b) remains employed, and not under notice, on 31 January 2021. HMRC will...

Further help for the self employed announced

The Self Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) In the recent announcement, the chancellor has extended the SEISS for six months with a third and fourth grant being made available. The third grant will cover November 2020 to January 2021 but has been lowered to 20%...

VAT Flat Rate Percentages Reduced

Good news for the catering and holiday accommodation sectors. HMRC have finally updated their flat rate percentages for the businesses mostly affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. Reduced rates will apply from 15 July 2020 to 12 January 2021. Catering services...