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Taxpayers warned to take extra care reporting CGT ahead of Tax Return deadline

A mid-year increase in the rate of capital gains tax in 2024 means HMRC’s online self assessment software cannot make calculations automatically

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5.65 million still to file as the Self Assessment deadline looms

Thousands of people got a head start on their 2026 resolutions by filing their Self Assessment tax return over the New Year.

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Self Assessment Deadline Approaching - Are You Ready?

The deadline for filing your 2024/25 Self Assessment tax return is fast approaching. You must submit your return and pay any tax due by 31 January 2026 to avoid penalties and interest.

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Tax for self-employed persons

This guide from Brearley & Co's experts includes everything you need to know about tax for self-employed persons, from due dates and expenses to National Insurance and UTRs.

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How to file, view, amend, & cancel your Self Assessment tax return

This guide from Brearley & Co’s experts covers everything you need to know about filing, viewing, amending, and cancelling your tax return.

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What your tax code means

This guide from Brearley & Co’s experts details everything you need to know about tax codes, including finding and changing your tax code.

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HMRC News

HMRC advisory fuel rates for company car users from 1 March 2025

HMRC has cut advisory fuel rates for company users of petrol and diesel cars have been slightly tweaked, while electric rates are unchanged

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Online sellers targeted for unpaid tax

HMRC has information on thousands of online sellers who have failed to pay tax on sales over the internet

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HMRC ordered to delete illegally held voice records

HMRC has been given 28 days to delete an estimated five million taxpayer biometric ‘voice prints’ obtained from callers to its helplines, after an investigation by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

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Watch out for HMRC cold caller scam

The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is warning taxpayers about a scam by fraudsters who leave automated messages purporting to be HMRC and saying the person is under investigation for unpaid taxes.

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HMRC pensions website advice blunder

HMRC has been forced to temporarily remove an online calculator which gave incorrect information about annual pension allowances, following complaints from Royal London

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Business News

Employment Rights Act 'will deliver £10 billion in benefits'

The Employment Rights Act will help to deliver an estimated £10 billion boost to the UK economy, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has stated.

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NEXT Raises Profit Forecast but Warns of Slower Growth Ahead

Fashion retailer Next has increased its annual profit forecast after sales over the Christmas period turned out to be stronger than it had anticipated. The retailer now expects annual profits of £1.15 billion and this is the fifth profit upgrade they have made in the past year.

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Business rates anxiety hits record high

A poll carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has revealed that business rates anxiety has hit a record high, with 34% of firms worried about their rates.

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Auto-Enrolment Pension Thresholds to Stay the Same in 2026/27

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that all key auto-enrolment pension thresholds will remain unchanged for 2026/27.

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Spring Statement set for 3 March 2026

The Spring Statement has been scheduled for 3 March 2026 by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves.

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HMRC warns of rising Self Assessment scams ahead of January deadline

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning about scams ahead of the 31 January Self Assessment deadline.

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Brearley & Co News

Brearley & Co Expands in South Yorkshire with Cameron Alexander Acquisition

Brearley & Co are excited to announce that we have made another major acquisition by merging with Cameron Alexander accountants in Barnsley.

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Brearley & Co announce regional growth with the launch of two new offices

We are excited to announce that Brearley & Co has widened its presence across the county by opening two new offices.

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Ben Raises over £1500 for Cancer Research UK with 5K a Day Challenge

Ben Kay, based at our Dinnington office has completed an incredible 5K a day challenge to raise money for Cancer Research UK, raising over £1500 for the charity in the process.

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Alexander Calder Financial and Brearley & Co Accountants announce strategic partnership.

North Nottinghamshire based Financial Advisors, Alexander Calder Financial, have partnered with Yorkshire based accountancy firm, Brearley & Co, expanding their services and client base further.

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Brearley & Co Accountants appoint Barber McLelland as exclusive recruitment partner

Accountancy practice recruitment specialist, Barber McLelland has been appointed as the long-term exclusive recruitment partner to South Yorkshire based accountancy and advisory firm Brearley & Co.

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Brearley & Co announce new shareholders

Brearley & Co Accountants are pleased to announce that Steven Millerchip ACA, Ben Wingate CTA, Andrew Cowe CTA have all become shareholders with Lee Rendle increasing his ownership stake in the Group.

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Careers

Accountancy Apprenticeships, Swinton and Rotherham

Are you a School/College leaver and looking to develop a career within Accountancy?

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