Brexit Opinion - Haines Watts

VAT: Northern Ireland and the Protocol

by Adam Lloyd on October 15, 2020

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, trade between the UK and EU member states will be subject to the same rules and regulations as trading with any other country in the world. As such, all movements of …

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How will extending the VAT cut protect jobs?

by Steve McCrindle on October 15, 2020

While there is still a concern for the future of some of those businesses, the new VAT Deferral Payment Scheme is a massive relief for many.

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Businesses need to prepare for Brexit transition now

by Steve McCrindle on October 6, 2020

The Brexit process has been marred by uncertainty and it still remains unclear what our future relationship with the EU, our biggest trading partner, will be. So what should business owners consider through the transition?

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Get your VAT fighting fit for Brexit

by Steve McCrindle on September 18, 2020

All businesses will need to review their supply chain to ensure they comply with the VAT, border control & Customs duty requirements post Jan 1, 2021.

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Brexit: Where are we now and what’s ahead?

by Andrew Needham on July 24, 2020

Over the last few months much of the attention has been focused on the Coronavirus pandemic and the unfolding lockdown situation. These times have been unprecedented and have presented huge challenges and change for businesses across the UK. Even though …

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Tax if you return to the UK

February 26, 2020

There are tax implications that you will need to consider if you previously left the UK to live abroad and are now returning to live and work in the UK or are considering such a move.

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Employer toolkit for EU Settlement Scheme published

February 20, 2020

Following Brexit, the government has published an updated toolkit for employers on how to support their employees who are EU citizens (including EEA and Swiss citizens) to apply to stay in the UK.

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Brexit General

Farm payments during the transition period

February 19, 2020

The Chancellor recently announced that the level of funding for direct payments for farmers would continue for 2020 at the same rate as 2019. This has now been confirmed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA). This will

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Points to consider during transition period

February 19, 2020

Now that the formal Brexit withdrawal agreement is agreed, there will be changes to the rules for living, working, travelling and doing business in the UK and EU. These changes are expected to commence at the end of the transition ...

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Travel to EU during transition period

February 18, 2020

For the time being, travel between the EU and UK continues as before. This means that if you have any travel plans to the EU during the rest of 2020 you can expect the pre-Brexit withdrawal travel regulations will still apply. ...

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Points to consider during transition period

February 17, 2020

Now that the formal Brexit withdrawal agreement is agreed, there will be changes to the rules for living, working, travelling and doing business in the UK and EU. These changes are expected to commence at the end of the transition ...

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Employer toolkit for EU Settlement Scheme published

February 16, 2020

Following Brexit, the government has published an updated toolkit for employers on how to support their employees who are EU citizens (including EEA and Swiss citizens) to apply to stay in the UK.

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Brexit European Union HMRC notices

Transporting goods out of the UK by road to or through the EU

February 14, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses transport goods commercially when driving from the UK to or through Europe. In the short-term there will be a transition period during which all rules remain the same. The Government expects ...

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Brexit coin issued

February 12, 2020

The Government has announced that a new 50 pence coin entered into circulation on 31 January to mark the UK’s departure from the European Union. The new coin, which was unveiled by the Chancellor, Sajid Javid, who is also the ...

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Brexit HMRC notices

Exporting goods to EU after 31 January 2020

February 9, 2020

In tandem with the list for importing goods, HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to export goods from the UK to the EU after the 31 January 2020 Brexit date. In the short-term there will be a ...

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Brexit HMRC notices

Importing from EU after 31 January 2020

February 8, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to import goods from the EU to the UK after the 31 January 2020 Brexit date. In the short-term there will be a transition period during which all rules remain the ...

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Brexit European Union General

Points to consider during transition period

February 7, 2020

Now that the formal Brexit withdrawal agreement is agreed, there will be changes to the rules for living, working, travelling and doing business in the UK and EU.

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Travel to EU during transition period

February 6, 2020

For the time being, travel between the EU and UK continues as before. This means that if you have any travel plans to the EU during the rest of 2020 you can expect the pre-Brexit withdrawal travel regulations will still apply.

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Brexit European Union General

Farm payments during the transition period

February 6, 2020

The Chancellor recently announced that the level of funding for direct payments for farmers would continue for 2020 at the same rate as 2019.

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Brexit HMRC notices

Exporting goods to EU after 31 January 2020

February 6, 2020

In tandem with the list for importing goods, HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to export goods from the UK to the EU after the 31 January 2020 Brexit date. In the short-term there will be a ...

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Brexit EU European Union General

Farm payments during the transition period

February 4, 2020

The Chancellor recently announced that the level of funding for direct payments for farmers would continue for 2020 at the same rate as 2019.

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Brexit EU European Union General

Travel to EU during transition period

February 4, 2020

For the time being, travel between the EU and UK continues as before. This means that if you have any travel plans to the EU during the rest of 2020 you can expect the pre-Brexit withdrawal travel regulations will still apply.

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Brexit General

Points to consider during transition period

February 3, 2020

Now that the formal Brexit withdrawal agreement is agreed, there will be changes to the rules for living, working, travelling and doing business in the UK and EU.

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Brexit Duties Excise duties Exporting HMRC notices

Transporting goods out of the UK by road to or through the EU

February 2, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses transport goods commercially when driving from the UK to or through Europe.

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Brexit coin issued

January 31, 2020

The Government has announced that a new 50 pence coin entered into circulation on 31 January to mark the UK’s departure from the European Union.

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Brexit: Current state of play

by Andrew Needham on January 28, 2020

After almost 4 years of negotiation, the UK leaves the EU on 31st January 2020. So what happens next? Once the UK has left the European Union, they will need to secure its future relationship and trading agreements with the …

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Exporting goods to EU after 31 January 2020

January 28, 2020

In tandem with the list for importing goods, HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to export goods from the UK to the EU after the 31 January 2020 Brexit date.

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Brexit coin issued

January 27, 2020

The Government has announced that a new 50 pence coin entered into circulation on 31 January to mark the UK’s departure from the European Union.

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Brexit HMRC notices

Getting clients ready for Brexit

January 19, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to import goods from the EU to the UK as we count down to the 31 January 2020 Brexit date. We are then likely to see a fixed transition period until 31 ...

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New funding for farmers announced

January 19, 2020

Over the Christmas and New Year break, the Chancellor announced that nearly £3 billion of funding is to be put in place to help support farmers once the UK leaves the EU. This cash injection will maintain the level of ...

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New funding for farmers announced

January 13, 2020

Over the Christmas and New Year break, the Chancellor announced that nearly £3 billion of funding is to be put in place to help support farmers once the UK leaves the EU.

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Brexit Business HMRC notices

Getting clients ready for Brexit

January 9, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to import goods from the EU to the UK as we count down to the 31 January 2020 Brexit date.

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Budget date announced

January 8, 2020

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid has announced that he is planning to hold his first Budget on Wednesday, 11 March 2020.

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New funding for farmers announced

January 6, 2020

Over the Christmas and New Year break, the Chancellor announced that nearly £3 billion of funding is to be put in place to help support farmers once the UK leaves the EU.

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Brexit Excise duties Exporting HMRC notices

Importing from EU after 31 January 2020

January 3, 2020

HMRC has published a useful list to help businesses be prepared to import goods from the EU to the UK after the 31 January 2020 Brexit date.

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Three big challenges faced by the creative industries in 2020

by Sara Andrews on December 20, 2019

The creative sector in Britain is thriving. As well as shaping the UK’s history and culture, the industry has an economic significance that shouldn’t go unnoticed. Contributing £100bn to Britain’s economy, the industry is outpacing the general ...

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Implications of the General Election result for employment law

December 19, 2019

With the Conservative Party having won a majority in the General Election 2019, this has the following implications for employment law reform...

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Brexit GGI International

United over Brexit?

by Andrew Jones on November 26, 2019

The B word was one of a number of global issues discussed at GGI’s 2019 conference, which brings together professionals from over 600 firms worldwide.

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UK VAT claims by non-EU businesses

November 25, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT-registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use.

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Brexit EU VAT

5 Tips for EU VAT

by Sarah Hughes on November 5, 2019

If you buy from or sell to the EU, it's time to get organised and make sure there are no nasty surprises in the event of a no deal brexit.

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Credit squeeze for businesses

by Ben de Cruz on November 1, 2019

Businesses have increasingly been turning to alternative lenders rather than banks to raise cash, with £6.5bn raised from issuing bonds last month, the most since October last year. It is inevitable that these alternative lenders charge higher interest rates.

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Immigration rights of EEA citizens in the event of a no-deal Brexit

October 28, 2019

The Government has now announced the revised transitional arrangements that will apply in the event of a no-deal Brexit to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and their close family members arriving in the UK after Brexit, replacing those set out ...

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Brexit Budget Budget Summary General

November Budget cancelled

October 27, 2019

Sajid Javid has cancelled the Budget that was due to be presented to Parliament 6th November.

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Immigration rights of EEA citizens in the event of a no-deal Brexit

October 23, 2019

The Government has now announced the revised transitional arrangements that will apply in the event of a no-deal Brexit to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and their close family members arriving in the UK after Brexit, replacing those set out ...

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Brexit Business Employment Law

What does the Queen’s Speech mean for employment law?

October 21, 2019

The Queen’s Speech 2019 outlined several Brexit-related Bills, including an Immigration and Social Security Co-ordination (EU Withdrawal) Bill, designed to end free movement within the UK after Brexit and to lay the foundation for a new, modern and global immigration system.

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Brexit European Union

Merchandise in Baggage in case of no-deal Brexit

October 21, 2019

There are special customs requirements for commercial goods or samples which are imported or exported by passengers in their accompanied baggage (hand carried) or in a small motor vehicle (carrying less than 9 passengers and weight 3.5 tonnes or

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Brexit European Union Exporting

Simplified import procedures

October 20, 2019

HMRC has automatically registered many businesses to use simplified import procedures should the UK leave the EU without a deal on 31 October 2019.

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Brexit Employment Law

What does the Queen’s Speech mean for employment law?

October 17, 2019

The Queen’s Speech 2019 outlined several Brexit-related Bills, including an Immigration and Social Security Co-ordination (EU Withdrawal) Bill, designed to end free movement within the UK after Brexit and to lay the foundation for a new, modern and global immigration system.

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Simplified import procedures

October 16, 2019

HMRC has automatically registered many businesses to use simplified import procedures should the UK leave the EU without a deal on 31 October 2019.

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Government to end free movement if a no-deal Brexit

October 15, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal in place on 31 October 2019, EU, EEA and Swiss citizens (and their family members) who are living in the UK by this date will still be eligible to apply for settled or ...

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Do you trade with EU companies?

October 13, 2019

The new Chancellor, Sajid Javid, has stepped up plans to help ensure businesses are ready to trade post-Brexit if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. If you trade goods with the EU then you will be responsible for ...

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Merchandise in Baggage in case of no-deal Brexit

October 7, 2019

There are special customs requirements for commercial goods or samples which are imported or exported by passengers in their accompanied baggage (hand carried) or in a small motor vehicle (carrying less than 9 passengers and weight 3.5 tonnes or

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Government to end free movement if a no-deal Brexit

October 6, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal in place on 31 October 2019, EU, EEA and Swiss citizens (and their family members) who are living in the UK by this date will still be eligible to apply for settled or ...

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Brexit General

Post Brexit funding announced

October 5, 2019

The Chancellor is set to announce a new package of measures to help the UK prepare for a post-Brexit future. We are told that these measures will also help to support the next generation and promote economic growth.

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Brexit European Union

Do you trade with EU companies?

October 4, 2019

The new Chancellor, Sajid Javid, has stepped up plans to help ensure businesses are ready to trade post-Brexit if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. If you trade goods with the EU then you will be responsible for ...

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Brexit and VAT Mini One Stop Shop

October 4, 2019

HMRC has confirmed that after Brexit, you will not be able to use the UK’s VAT Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS) to declare and pay VAT. The final return period for the UK’s VAT MOSS system ...

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Brexit and making an EU VAT refund claim

October 3, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT-registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use. The exact rules that govern what VAT is refundable depends on the other countries rules for ...

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New checker tool to help businesses prepare for Brexit

September 20, 2019

The government has launched a “Get ready for Brexit” public information campaign to help ensure businesses are ready when the UK leaves the EU on (currently) 31 October 2019.

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Clients exporting to EU if a no-deal Brexit

September 18, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, any UK business that exports goods to the EU will be responsible for making customs declarations (as is the case for businesses currently exporting goods outside the EU). If you have ...

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Ask the Expert: preparing for a no-deal Brexit

by Henry Briggs on September 17, 2019

As an SME that trades solely in the UK, how should you be preparing for a no-deal Brexit?

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Duty-free shopping to make a comeback?

September 16, 2019

The Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid has said that the Government will reintroduce duty-free shopping with EU countries in the event the UK leaves the EU without a deal.

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Immigration rights in the event of a no-deal Brexit

Brexit Business Employment Law

Immigration rights of EEA citizens in the event of a no-deal Brexit

September 16, 2019

The Government has now announced the revised transitional arrangements that will apply in the event of a no-deal Brexit to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and their close family members arriving in the UK after Brexit, replacing those set out ...

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Brexit Duties European Union

Duty-free shopping to make a comeback?

September 12, 2019

The Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid has said that the Government will reintroduce duty-free shopping with EU countries in the event the UK leaves the EU without a deal.

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Brexit European Union

Merchandise in Baggage in case of no-deal Brexit

September 10, 2019

There are special customs requirements for commercial goods or samples which are imported or exported by passengers in their accompanied baggage (hand carried) or in a small motor vehicle (carrying less than 9 passengers and weight 3.5 tonnes or less).

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Brexit European Union

Clients exporting to EU if a no-deal Brexit

September 10, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, any UK business that exports goods to the EU will be responsible for making customs declarations (as is the case for businesses currently exporting goods outside the EU). If you have ...

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Brexit Pension

State Pension update for recipients living in the EU

September 7, 2019

If you live or move abroad, you are entitled to claim the State Pension if you have met the necessary qualifying criteria. This is based on your UK National Insurance record. You require a minimum of 10 years of UK National ...

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Brexit European Union Excise duties Exporting

Merchandise in Baggage in case of no-deal Brexit

September 7, 2019

There are special customs requirements for commercial goods or samples which are imported or exported by passengers in their accompanied baggage (hand carried) or in a small motor vehicle (carrying less than 9 passengers and weight 3.5 tonnes or less).

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Brexit Pension

State Pension update for recipients living in the EU

September 6, 2019

If you live or move abroad, you are entitled to claim the State Pension if you have met the necessary qualifying criteria. This is based on your UK National Insurance record. You require a minimum of 10 years of UK National ...

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Brexit Business Entrepreneurs

The Battle For Talent – Attracting And Retaining Staff

by Peter Wright on September 4, 2019

For owners of SMEs, the recruitment quest has never been tougher. A ‘perfect storm’ of factors – including record-low unemployment, Brexit and the shifting expectations of millennials means employers are having to work harder and smarter to attract staff.

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Brexit European Union

Do you trade with EU companies?

September 4, 2019

The new Chancellor, Sajid Javid, has stepped up plans to help ensure businesses are ready to trade post-Brexit if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. If you trade goods with the EU then you will be responsible for ...

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Government to end free movement if a no-deal Brexit

September 4, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal in place on 31 October 2019, EU, EEA and Swiss citizens (and their family members) who are living in the UK by this date will still be eligible to apply for settled or ...

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Brexit European Union Value Added Tax

VAT for business if there’s a no-deal exit from the EU

September 3, 2019

With the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson appearing to take an increasingly hard-line, the chances of Britain leaving the EU without any working agreement, known as a 'no deal' Brexit is looking increasing likely and certainly cannot be

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Brexit Business European Union

Do you trade with EU companies?

September 2, 2019

The new Chancellor, Sajid Javid, has stepped up plans to help ensure businesses are ready to trade post-Brexit if the UK leaves the EU without a deal.

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Brexit National Insurance Overseas personal tax issues

Tax if you work abroad

August 26, 2019

If you are leaving the UK to work abroad for at least one year (or permanently), there is a requirement to notify HMRC. This is done using a P85 form which should be completed and submitted to HMRC.

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Brexit National Insurance

National Insurance if you work abroad

August 24, 2019

If you move abroad, it can often be advantageous to continue paying your UK National Insurance Contributions (NICs) in order to preserve your entitlement to the UK State Pension and other benefits.

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R&D and innovation: Reinvigorating the UK economy

by Jonathan Scott on August 21, 2019

Since the appointment of our new Prime Minister, there’s understandably been a lot of speculation about new policies and his approach to improving the UK economy. In the wake of Brexit and the uncertainty surrounding a no-deal departure from ...

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Brexit SMEs

SMEs and no-deal Brexit issues

by Ben de Cruz on August 19, 2019

In a desperate last minute attempt to help matters the Government has told industry associations to bid for cash to fund their ideas on how to help businesses prepare for Brexit on October 31st.

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Brexit European Union Excise duties

Visiting EU after 31 October 2019

August 11, 2019

Although we have a new Prime Minister, it would seem that so far nothing has changed to bring us any closer to a Brexit resolution. In fact, it appears that a no-deal Brexit is becoming more likely as we approach ...

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Brexit European Union Exporting

Clients exporting to EU if a no-deal Brexit

August 10, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, any UK business that exports goods to the EU will be responsible for making customs declarations (as is the case for businesses currently exporting goods outside the EU.

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Inheritance Tax and domicile

August 10, 2019

Domicile is a general legal concept which in basic terms is taken to mean the country where you permanently belong. However, determining domicile status can be complex. HMRC guidance states that domicile cannot be defined precisely, but the concept rests ...

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Visiting EU after 31 October 2019

August 9, 2019

Although we have a new Prime Minister, it would seem that so far nothing has changed to bring us any closer to a Brexit resolution. In fact, it appears that a no-deal Brexit is becoming more likely as we approach ...

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Clients exporting to EU if a no-deal Brexit

August 7, 2019

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, any UK business that exports goods to the EU will be responsible for making customs declarations (as is the case for businesses currently exporting goods outside the EU.

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Brexit European Union

Visiting EU after 31 October 2019

August 7, 2019

Although we have a new Prime Minister, it would seem that so far nothing has changed to bring us any closer to a Brexit resolution. In fact, it appears that a no-deal Brexit is becoming more likely as we approach ...

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Brexit European Union Value Added Tax

VAT for business if there’s a no-deal exit from the EU

August 2, 2019

We would advise any UK businesses trading with the EU to seriously consider what action will be required in the event of a 'no deal' Brexit and to prepare a carefully thought-out risk assessment.

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Brexit General

House of Commons summer recess

July 6, 2019

The House of Commons summer recess has been confirmed after parliament voted 223 to 25 in favour of the move. This means that the House will rise on Thursday 25 July and return on Tuesday 3 September.

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Brexit Business Advice Strategy

Planning for a post-Brexit business market: US companies

by Andy Jepson on May 21, 2019

With the current air of uncertainty, it’s very difficult to know exactly what your US business should be planning for, post-Brexit. Some key areas to consider.

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Brexit European Union Value Added Tax

Making an EU VAT refund claim

May 11, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT-registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use. The exact rules of what VAT is refundable depends on the other countries' rules for claiming ...

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Brexit VAT

No Deal Guidance – Brexit

by Adam Lloyd on May 10, 2019

Most businesses potentially affected by a no deal Brexit can appoint agents - at least in the short term - to clear goods and handle all the new reporting requirements. However, in addition to EORI registration, businesses can consider the ...

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Brexit Employment Law European Union

New guidance on the impact of Brexit on workplaces

May 5, 2019

Acas has published new general guidance to assist employers and employees in understanding the impact that Brexit may have in their workplace and it gives advice regarding the steps they may want to take before the UK leaves the EU. ...

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Brexit Employment Law

Right to work checks for EU nationals after Brexit

May 2, 2019

The government has published new guidance which confirms that, once the UK leaves the EU and whether this is with a deal or not, there will be no change to the way EU, EEA and Swiss citizens prove their right ...

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Brexit European Union

Latest advice from government if we leave the EU

April 30, 2019

Although the EU have now extended the deadline to agree the withdrawal agreement - to 31 October 2019 - there is still a chance we will exit with a no-deal outcome. In a pamphlet recently published by the government we are provided ...

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Right to work checks for EU nationals after Brexit

April 27, 2019

The government has published new guidance which confirms that, once the UK leaves the EU and whether this is with a deal or not, there will be no change to the way EU, EEA and Swiss citizens prove their right ...

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Brexit European Union

Latest advice from government if we leave the EU

April 26, 2019

Although the EU have now extended the deadline to agree the withdrawal agreement - to 31 October 2019 - there is still a chance we will exit with a no-deal outcome. In a pamphlet recently published by the government we are provided ...

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Brexit: Latest advice from government if we leave the EU

April 20, 2019

The chances of a no-deal Brexit appear to grow stronger and weaker at the same time and there is a small chance by the time this article is published that the UK may have left the EU by default.

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Brexit Employment Law

New guidance on the impact of Brexit on workplaces

April 18, 2019

Acas has published new general guidance to assist employers and employees in understanding the impact that Brexit may have in their workplace and it gives advice regarding the steps they may want to take before the UK leaves the EU.

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Brexit Construction Strategy

The impact of Brexit for construction businesses

by Matthew Thorpe on April 9, 2019

What does Brexit mean for construction? If you’re running a construction business, there are some core things to focus your energies on.

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Brexit European Union

Full EU Settlement Scheme roll-out

April 3, 2019

The government has laid a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules implementing the full opening of the EU Settlement Scheme from 30 March 2019. The scheme will apply regardless of whether there is a Brexit deal or not. The scheme will allow

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Brexit General

Keep abreast of Brexit news

March 31, 2019

As the Brexit date fast approaches, it seems the only thing we can say with any certainty is that uncertainty continues to plague the issue of our leaving the EU. The negotiations on the terms of the UK’s exit ...

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Brexit Value Added Tax

Changes to VAT IT systems if no-deal Brexit

March 25, 2019

In a letter being sent to businesses across the country, HMRC has published the following information on the effect a no-deal Brexit would have on changes to VAT IT systems. We have reproduced below a summary from the letter of ...

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Brexit European Union

Full EU Settlement Scheme roll-out

March 25, 2019

The government has laid a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules implementing the full opening of the EU Settlement Scheme from 30 March 2019. The scheme will apply regardless of whether there is a Brexit deal or not. The scheme will allow

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Brexit MTD

Making Tax Digital and the ‘B’ Word

by Ben de Cruz on March 21, 2019

Coming on top of being bombarded by HMRC and other government agencies with the issues of a no deal Brexit, this is putting increasing financial and resource strain on UK businesses.

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Brexit European Union

Full EU Settlement Scheme roll-out

March 21, 2019

The government has laid a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules implementing the full opening of the EU Settlement Scheme from 30 March 2019.

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Data protection in the event of a no deal Brexit

Brexit Value Added Tax

Claim EU VAT refunds before Brexit

March 15, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT- registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use. The exact rules that govern the amount of VAT refundable depends on the other countries' ...

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Brexit Strategy

Brexit implications for US businesses: the emotional road to leaving the EU

by Andy Jepson on March 12, 2019

What does Brexit mean for US companies in the UK? A look at the the short and long-term implications for your future UK business strategy.

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Brexit Value Added Tax

Claim EU VAT refunds before Brexit

March 8, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT- registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use. The exact rules that govern the amount of VAT refundable depends on the other countries' ...

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Brexit HMRC HMRC notices

Did you get your Brexit update letter from HMRC?

March 4, 2019

HMRC has now written to over 145,000 VAT-registered businesses across the UK with a Brexit update. The letters explain changes to customs, excise and VAT in the event that the UK leaves the EU without a deal, and what businesses can ...

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Brexit Value Added Tax

Claim EU VAT refunds before Brexit

March 3, 2019

The VAT paid in other EU countries is often recoverable by VAT- registered businesses in the UK, who bought goods or services for business use.

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Brexit HMRC HMRC notices

Did you get your Brexit update letter from HMRC?

March 1, 2019

HMRC has now written to over 145,000 VAT-registered businesses across the UK with a Brexit update. The letters explain changes to customs, excise and VAT in the event that the UK leaves the EU without a deal, and what businesses can ...

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Agility in action: dealing with Brexit uncertainty

by Michael Davidson on February 26, 2019

Our Brexit philosophy is to not second-guess everything - we advise our clients to be agile enough to tackle the inevitable change.

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Did you get your Brexit update letter from HMRC?

February 26, 2019

HMRC has now written to over 145,000 VAT-registered businesses across the UK with a Brexit update.

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Brexit & VAT – How will it affect you and your business?

by Adam Lloyd on February 25, 2019

Most businesses potentially affected by a no deal Brexit can appoint agents - at least in the short term - to clear goods and handle all the new reporting requirements. However, in addition to EORI registration, businesses can consider the ...

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Brexit – what the UK government has advised business owners to do

February 13, 2019

The Brexit uncertainties continue. To help businesses consider their options HMRC has published more information for UK businesses that buy or sell goods from or to the EU. We have copied in below three specific actions that need to be ...

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Everything you need to know about your EORI number

by Andrew Needham on February 5, 2019

With Brexit closing in, and the uncertainty of how the UK’s relationship with the EU will look after 29th March, business owners need to start making preparations for all possible outcomes. Whether you’re looking to begin trading overseas ...

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Brexit – what the UK government has advised business owners to do

February 1, 2019

The Brexit uncertainties continue. To help businesses consider their options HMRC has published more information for UK businesses that buy or sell goods from or to the EU. We have copied in below three specific actions that need to be ...

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A further £2bn allocated to Brexit planning

January 3, 2019

The government has announced more than £2 billion in additional funding across 25 government departments to help with Brexit planning. This brings the total amount provided by the government for EU exit preparations since 2016 to £4.2 billion. The

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Amendments to UK data protection law in the event of a no deal Brexit

January 1, 2019

Following the publication of its technical notice in September 2018 on “Data protection if there’s no Brexit deal”, the government has now published an online summary covering what amendments would be required to UK data protection law in the event

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A further £2bn allocated to Brexit planning

December 28, 2018

The government has announced more than £2 billion in additional funding across 25 government departments to help with Brexit planning.

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Amendments to UK data protection law in the event of a no deal Brexit

December 26, 2018

Following the publication of its technical notice in September 2018 on “Data protection if there’s no Brexit deal”, the government has now published an online summary covering what amendments would be required to UK data protection law in the event

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Citizens’ rights in the event of a no deal Brexit

December 20, 2018

The government has published a policy paper on what might happen to EU citizens in the UK and UK nationals in the EU in the event of a “no deal” Brexit.

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How Brexit will affect SME recruitment

December 10, 2018

Brexit is making recruitment harder – and businesses need to think smarter to stay ahead. With Brexit rapidly approaching, how can businesses prepare?

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5 ways to prepare your business for VAT & Customs duty changes post Brexit

by Steve McCrindle on November 13, 2018

Regardless of the Brexit deal that is done, it is certain that the cross-border VAT and duty environment will change. We look at the key areas to think about now to ensure you protect your business.

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How to navigate and plan for Brexit

by Steve McCrindle on November 7, 2018

Outlook on Brexit While politicians continue to wrestle with post-EU trade and customs options, only one thing is for sure. Whatever the picture after March 2019, change of some kind is on the way. Depending on the ultimate agreement, UK …

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Data protection in the event of a no deal Brexit

September 24, 2018

The government has published the second tranche in its series of technical notices providing guidance for UK businesses, workers and citizens on how to prepare for a “no deal” Brexit.

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Advice for importers if ‘no deal’ Brexit

September 8, 2018

The UK is set to leave the EU on 29 March 2019 and as things currently stand, it would seem that we are no closer to reaching a negotiated withdrawal agreement. The chances of Britain leaving the EU without any working agreement, ...

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Manchester: we’re making business happen

September 5, 2018

As an SME owner, how can you measure the health of your local economy, so you can make the right decisions for your business?

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Ask the Expert: investing in our future growth

by Andrew Jones on July 26, 2018

With so much market uncertainty, is it realistic to raise cash for investing in future growth and if so what is the best way?

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Five ways to beat the Brexit blues

by David Fort on May 2, 2018

Uncertainty is the only certainty: David Fort examines how SMEs can be prepared for changeable times.

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Embracing disruption with innovation

by Kapil Davda on March 21, 2018

How do you stay ahead of game-changing market innovations? Simple – be prepared to shake up your own business to make sure you are embracing disruption with innovation. Industry disruption can be both a problem and an opportunity for your business. ...

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Brexit impact on exports + 5 tips for post brexit trade

by Andrew Jones on February 26, 2018

SMEs have been quick to seize export opportunities offered by Brexit. But successfully setting out your stall in a new market requires research. This article reviews the potential off the back of Brexit and lists 5 top exporting tips.

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Time to think & act locally

by David Fort on December 4, 2017

For business owners, the recent Budget was a bit of a non-event. Aside from a touch of R&D stimulus, there was little to excite the average UK SME owner.

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How will Brexit affect HR and recruitment?

June 27, 2017

As we head towards a period of Brexit-induced uncertainty, SMEs should remain calm as change won’t happen overnight.

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General Election 2017: An election result that’s bad for business

by David Fort on June 12, 2017

There’s one thing that has prevailed in the General Election 2017, and that is the rise of politics driven by emotion. This was meant to be a cut-and-dried election to firm up a Conservative majority, yet it has resulted in …

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Doing Business in Denmark

by Andrew Jones on May 10, 2017

Often noted for its good work/life balance, Denmark is evidently a great place to be an employee. But is doing business in Denmark suitable for UK companies? Denmark is ranked third place in the World Bank’s Ease of ...

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General election: business life goes on

by Karen McLellan on April 25, 2017

The fact that we’re heading towards a general election is big news, but it hasn’t changed anything for the businesspeople I speak to every day.

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Snap general election: will we see a shift from PLC to SME?

by David Fort on April 19, 2017

So, Prime Minister Theresa May has called a snap general election. And it’s clear to me why she has done so.

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Embracing an entrepreneurial era

by David Fort on April 7, 2017

When you’re running a business, you need consistency and transparency from government so you have a clear framework for making informed, decisions.

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Time to remove emotion from the Brexit debate

by David Fort on March 1, 2017

Brexit hasn’t been bad for business after all, according to the Bank of England (BoE). Well, not in the North, anyway.

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VAT rates: what’s next for an independent UK?

by Steve McCrindle on February 21, 2017

A Europe-wide VAT regime should have meant a harmonised, integrated VAT system. But this didn’t prove to be the case. So what next for an independent UK?

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UK real estate sector holds firm pre-Brexit

by Daniel Morgan on November 10, 2016

A look at the UK real estate sector pre-Brexit including the residential, buy-to-let and commercial property markets. What are the current trends?

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Gold medal for Team GB (Good Business)

by David Fort on September 28, 2016

So aren’t we full of surprises, us Brits? Not only has our economy not fallen down a Brexit black hole, but we even came home from the Rio Olympics with an astonishing 67 shiny new medals.

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“Don’t Panic Mr. Mainwaring, Don’t Panic”

by on July 12, 2016

‘Don’t Panic Mr. Mainwaring’ was the famous phrase of Lance Corporal Jones from the 1970’s BBC comedy ‘Dad’s Army’ – usually said when Jonesy was in a state of panic. Following the Brexit vote on 23 June, some appear to ...

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Never mind the Brexit, here’s to anarchy in the UK

by David Fort on July 8, 2016

It turns out that no one knows how the UK economy and, by extension, businesses of all sizes will perform in a post-Brexit world.

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Brexit is not Armageddon

by Fraser Kerr on July 7, 2016

Those of us of a certain age and beyond have previously experienced turmoil in politics, in the markets and economies and many of us are still here to tell the tale.

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The Brexit: Europe’s very own black swan

by on June 30, 2016

The Brexit will go down in the annals as an extreme and rare event. If you were to ask an investment expert what his reaction would be to the events of the last week or so, it's likely he would ...

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Apoplectic about Brexit? Don’t be

by David Fort on June 30, 2016

Let’s not panic about our impromptu departure from the EU. What’s done is done, and we now need to focus on the possible, not the impossible. We’ve all worked hard over the past eight years to transform ...

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The UK have voted…

by Karen McLellan on June 24, 2016

So, after weeks of campaigning the votes have been counted, the electorate has spoken and the U.K is to leave the EU. Although the polls called it as a close run thing the markets did not seem to actually ...

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Uncertainty is the enemy within

by David Fort on June 10, 2016

A recent debate left me pondering the importance of the vote & how it gives us the choice not only to choose our leaders, but how they lead on our behalf.

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Brexit or a Britain in Europe? Time to put the politics aside

by Karen McLellan on May 27, 2016

I’m tired of reading half-baked opinions about a possible Brexit. As a consultant, and business owner, I know clients need cold, hard facts in front of them when they’re making decisions that will influence the future direction of ...

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The Economic Impact of Both Sides of the European Referendum

by on May 26, 2016

Over the past few weeks we have been treated to various reports on the economic impact of leaving or remaining in the European Union. With so many conflicting facts and figures being bandied around it’s difficult to get a ...

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