Fewer workers but higher wages – Is this what the UK job market looks like now?
Posted on September 17, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
There’s plenty of pessimism about the UK jobs market at the moment, but not every change is a bad omen.
Author: Lamont Pridmore
The Chancellor confirms the Government will review the Small Business Rates Relief
Posted on September 16, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
A recently released report from HM Treasury has confirmed that the Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reviewing the Small Business Rates Relief (SBRR), as she attempts to kick-start the economy and give businesses a platform to expand and grow.
Lamont Pridmore is proud to support Workington Blacks Juniors U11s
Posted on September 12, 2025 Posted in - Business News, Latest News, News
We are delighted to support grassroots football by sponsoring the rear of the Workington Blacks Juniors U11s’ shirts for the next two years. The Workington Blacks Juniors U11s are one of three teams
HMRC confirms new measures for PAYE pension tax relief claims
Posted on September 11, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
The way pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) taxpayers can make a pension tax relief claim has changed with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) confirming all claims must be made online or by letter and include supporting evidence.
Beware the scourge of social media tax influencers – How to keep your business safe from bad tax advice
Posted on September 10, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
Given the major changes to Companies House, Making Tax Digital (MTD), and various other regulations in a short space of time, it is no wonder that business owners can be feeling a bit confused about their current obligations.
£18 billion in savings withdrawn as pensioners prepare for Inheritance Tax changes
Posted on September 9, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
During the 2024 Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that from 2027, unused pension pots will be taken into account when working out the total value of an individual’s estate.
The Chancellor confirms Autumn Budget date: Now is the time to prepare
Posted on September 4, 2025 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced she will deliver her Autumn Budget on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
Identity verification deadline confirmed – Are you prepared?
Posted on September 3, 2025 Posted in - Business News, Latest News, News
After months of uncertainty, Companies House has set the identity-verification deadline as 18 November 2025. From that date, all new company directors and People with Significant Control (PSCs) must verify their identity. Existing
Could your latest LinkedIn post expose you to tax penalties?
Posted on September 3, 2025 Posted in - Business News, Latest News, News
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed it uses AI to scan social media posts as part of criminal investigations into suspected tax and benefits fraud. That means, if you are posting content
Government may be setting sights on Inheritance Tax
Posted on September 3, 2025 Posted in - Business News, Latest News, News
The Treasury is reportedly revisiting Inheritance Tax (IHT) as ministers hunt for extra revenue. While the Chancellor considers several options, IHT reforms remain a likely avenue, and now may be a good time