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Budget 2021 Predictions: Wither on the Vine
Already the seers are lining up to offer their predications on what will be included in the Chancellor’s Budget 2021 on 3 March. My mantra is always “never prophesy, especially about the future” but as a tax advisor, this has sometimes to be more honoured in the...
Lessons from Lambert Chapman’s Superbru Football Competition
Last year I entered our in-house Superbru Football Competition run by our indefatigable quiz captain, Richard 'Tricky' Hamilton. One has to predict the Premiership football results each week. I therefore broke one of my deeply held convictions: “never prophesy,...
Working to get more support for SMEs and Excluded UK
We are deeply concerned about the plight of some smaller businesses across the UK including c. 3m self-employed directors of limited companies. Known as Excluded UK, many are not eligible for the government’s existing grants and schemes and have therefore been...
The 5 Key Things SMEs should do in January
It’s been almost a year since the first lockdown and arguably, we are all getting used to staying at home, remote working and the restrictions being placed on all aspects of our lives. But that doesn’t make it easier, if anything, we are weary as the pandemic and its...
Annual Christmas Video 2020/21
As if we were going to let a pandemic get in the way of bringing you our annual Christmas Video. 2020 has certainly brought its challenges, but we hope our (covid-secure) video can raise a smile and spread a little festive cheer. If you've still got some shopping to...
Our Opening Hours over the Festive Period 2020/21
With Christmas fast approaching, here are the Lambert Chapman LLP office opening times for over the festive period: Wednesday December 23rd 2020 Office Closed from 1pm Christmas Eve CLOSED Christmas Day CLOSED Monday December 28th 2020 CLOSED Tuesday December 29th...
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: March 2021 extension
How does the extended Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) scheme work? The Job Retention Scheme is now extended until 31st March 2021. This is a flexible furlough scheme in line with the current flexi-furlough so some work is allowed. This is paid at normal rates...
Financial Implications of Divorce
We have been seeing in the press that divorce rates during the pandemic have soared, with some firms seeing a near 50% increase in cases year on year. At Lambert Chapman LLP, although we cannot help with the legal side of proceedings, we can help you navigate the...
Preparing for Brexit
With 2020 having been dominated by Covid-19 and its implications, preparing for Brexit has taken a bit of a back seat. And yet, come the end of the year, when the transition period ends, there are some significant implications for all businesses. Key things you need...
HMRC Nudge Letters
Over the last twelve months we have seen HMRC issue ‘nudge’ letters to clients focusing on suspected undisclosed offshore assets. These have been raised from information identified by the Connect system used by HMRC. It allows for a more targeted approach but has...
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