Marathon Mark

Marathon Mark

I’m in! I am over the moon that the Helen Rollason Cancer Charity accepted my application to run for them in 2019. I have entered the public ballot every year and have never been successful. I always said I would run a full distance marathon before I turned 30,...
Paul Short: Beware, Landlords!

Paul Short: Beware, Landlords!

HMRC have been waging a successful campaign against landlords (many of them accidental) who have failed to disclose their income. It is easier for HMRC to cross check with land registry to identify landlords who are not disclosing their rental income. In addition...

Richard Thomson: Christmas Gifts to Staff

Further to my recent article regarding the tax implications of providing Christmas functions for staff, another area for consideration with the upcoming festive season will be the provision of Christmas gifts or bonuses to staff. Many firms will provide a Christmas...