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VAT

VAT on Tuition: What Is Exempt?

This article explains the main rules for VAT on tuition, when exemption applies and what providers should consider before expanding their services or registering for VAT.

Kieran Burge September 29, 2026

Small Business

VAT

Tariff Changes Explained: What UK Small Businesses Need to Know

US, EU and UK tariff changes are reshaping import and export costs for UK small businesses. Here's what has changed, why it matters and how to prepare.

Small Business

Trivial Benefits for Directors: A Small Business Guide

Trivial benefits let UK employers give small non-cash gifts tax-free. Learn HMRC’s rules, examples, VAT treatment, and the £300 director cap.

Small Business

ICO Data Protection Fee – Do I Need to Pay?

We often get asked by clients what is the ICO Data Protection Fee and if they must pay. Given the

Small Business

Changes to the Taxation of Dividends: Trading as a Sole Trader or a Company

The surprise announcement by George Osborne in his Summer Budget in July was his reform of the taxation of dividends that is scheduled to come into effect from 5 April 2016.