Vale & West Chartered Accountants Blog

Is your payroll prepared for the rise in State Pension age?

From 6 April 2026, the State Pension age (SPA) will start increasing from 66 to 67 years old.

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Is it bad to have too much working capital?

There have been a lot of concerns around the domestic and global economy in recent times that have led to businesses being more cautious than normal.

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Changes to stocks and shares ISAs could result in tax on interest

Historically, ISAs have been considered a tax-free investment opportunity, but the latest notes on upcoming changes to this scheme may mean that interest on cash held in a stocks and shares ISA may result in new tax liabilities.

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Businesses strike back at proposed tourist tax: What could this mean for you?

More than 200 leaders from the UK’s hospitality and leisure sector have written to the Chancellor urging the Government to reconsider the proposed visitor levies.

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Ramadan, Lent and business succession – How do you prepare for the future?

Once again, Ramadan and Lent are set to take place simultaneously, meaning that approximately half the world’s population will be engaging in spiritual reflection. Read More

Vaping Products Duty: The new regime

From October 2026, businesses involved in producing, importing, storing or selling vaping products will face a significant regulatory reform with the introduction of Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme.

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Salary sacrifice pension rules are changing: Who pays the price?

Salary sacrifice has long been one of the most tax-efficient ways to save into a workplace pension.

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Fall in love with your finances this Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, you might be thinking about spoiling your significant other with flowers and chocolates.

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The Making Tax Digital for Income Tax countdown is getting louder – Are you ready yet?

If you have noticed more TV and online adverts for cloud accounting software lately, that is no accident as the countdown to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) ramps up.

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What does the new business rates support really mean for pubs?

Pubs sit at the heart of our communities, but the rising costs are continuing to put pressure on our local businesses and the hospitality sector.

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