Summer VAT relief has ended

Summer VAT relief has ended

The temporary 5% reduced rate of VAT introduced for certain children’s meals, tickets and family attractions ended on 1 September 2026. The relief applied from 25 June 2026 and was intended to reduce the cost of selected activities and services for families...
Is your VAT control system strong enough?

Is your VAT control system strong enough?

A strong VAT control system should clearly identify who is responsible for VAT, document the processes involved and regularly check that controls are working. HMRC also recommends keeping procedures up to date when the business, its systems or the VAT rules change....
Recovering VAT on pre-registration costs

Recovering VAT on pre-registration costs

Businesses that register for VAT may be able to reclaim VAT paid on certain goods and services purchased before VAT registration.  There are specific time limits for claiming pre-registration VAT. VAT on goods can generally be reclaimed where the goods are still...
Are you using the best VAT scheme for your business?

Are you using the best VAT scheme for your business?

Small businesses have several VAT schemes available that can simplify VAT administration and may help with cash flow. However, as a business grows or its circumstances change, it is important to review whether the VAT scheme being used is still the best for your...
Could new VAT rules change how you sell online?

Could new VAT rules change how you sell online?

The Government has launched a consultation on proposals that could significantly change the way VAT is collected on goods sold through online marketplaces. Although the changes are not yet law, they could affect thousands of UK businesses that use online platforms to...
Could your business recover more VAT?

Could your business recover more VAT?

If your business is VAT registered, you can usually reclaim VAT on many of the goods and services you buy for business purposes. However, many businesses fail to claim everything to which they are entitled  and may be able to recover more VAT. You can normally...