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Herbert Lewis Williams & Associates BII Accredited Accountants for the licensed trade, HLWA specialise in pubs, bars and hospitality.

With 50+ years’ experience, we provide accounting, payroll, VAT and business planning to keep you compliant and confident in every financial decision.

Alert: Your pension could affect your tax bill more than you think. Tax on lump sums and combined income could catch you...
21/10/2026

Alert: Your pension could affect your tax bill more than you think. Tax on lump sums and combined income could catch you by surprise. Find out why it matters now.

You may have to pay Income Tax on your pension if your total annual taxable income exceeds your Personal Allowance. This applies whether you receive the State Pension, a workplace pension or a

Alert for families: You might be able to pay the Child Benefit tax charge through PAYE, skipping the need for a self-ass...
20/10/2026

Alert for families: You might be able to pay the Child Benefit tax charge through PAYE, skipping the need for a self-assessment return. Find out why this new option could make tax time easier for you. Read on to see if you qualify.

Taxpayers who need to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) for 2025-26 may be able to pay it through PAYE rather than completing a self-assessment tax return solely to report the

Big change for alternative education providers! A recent court win means some could claim VAT refunds. Could you be owed...
19/10/2026

Big change for alternative education providers! A recent court win means some could claim VAT refunds. Could you be owed money? Read on to find out why this could matter to many colleges and training centres now.

Alternative providers of higher and further education may be able to claim refunds of VAT following a recent Court of Appeal ruling, although the position remains subject to further legal

The hospitality industry's drive to create 100,000 paid jobs for young people is great news for the sector, but successf...
19/10/2026

The hospitality industry's drive to create 100,000 paid jobs for young people is great news for the sector, but successful recruitment requires more than simply filling vacancies.

For hospitality businesses, taking on younger workers should be part of a wider workforce strategy that considers payroll forecasting, rota design, training investment and productivity planning. With clear career pathways, today's entry-level recruit could become tomorrow's manager.

As BII Accredited Advisors to the Licensed Trade, we believe the businesses that thrive will be those that invest early in talent, technology and staff development while keeping a close eye on labour costs and operational efficiency.

The hospitality industry's latest commitment to create 100,000 paid jobs for young people is a welcome development for a sector that continues to face recruitment challenges while preparing for future

Alert for company directors: New tax return rules mean more info is now mandatory in your self-assessment. Think close c...
19/10/2026

Alert for company directors: New tax return rules mean more info is now mandatory in your self-assessment. Think close companies and dividends. Make sure you're ready. Find out why this matters and what you need to have to hand for your next tax return.

Company directors who complete a self-assessment tax return should be aware of new mandatory reporting requirements that came into effect from the 2025-26 tax year. The changes mainly affect directors

Alert for businesses trading between Great Britain and Northern Ireland: a new customs platform is launching soon. Make ...
16/10/2026

Alert for businesses trading between Great Britain and Northern Ireland: a new customs platform is launching soon. Make sure you pre-enrol to avoid disruptions with your goods movements after 20 October 2026. Find out why this switch matters and how to prepare today.

Businesses using the Trader Support Service (TSS) to move goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland need to prepare for a new platform launching soon. From 20 October 2026, all goods movements

Selling a UK home? Your property gains need reporting to HMRC within 60 days, even if you don't usually fill out a tax r...
15/10/2026

Selling a UK home? Your property gains need reporting to HMRC within 60 days, even if you don't usually fill out a tax return. Miss the deadline and penalties could apply. Find out why this matters for your next sale and how to stay on the right side of tax rules.

Anyone selling a UK residential property usually needs to report the disposal to HMRC within 60 days of completion. The requirement applies even where the individual is not normally required to report

Capital allowances face new limits for early project costs. If you're investing in development, this update could change...
14/10/2026

Capital allowances face new limits for early project costs. If you're investing in development, this update could change your tax deductions. Find out why this matters now.

The tax treatment of predevelopment costs has been the subject of a recent Supreme Court decision. This is likely to mean that capital allowances will be restricted for some predevelopment costs. The

HMRC is contacting medical consultants about undeclared income from private healthcare. If you've received a letter, it'...
13/10/2026

HMRC is contacting medical consultants about undeclared income from private healthcare. If you've received a letter, it's important to check your tax returns and act within 30 days. Don't leave it too late — find out what steps to take next and avoid penalties. Read on to understand what this means for you.

HMRC is writing to individuals it believes may have failed to declare consultancy income from private healthcare providers on their self-assessment tax returns. The letters follow information received

Corporation tax receipts have just topped £100 billion for the first time. What's behind this milestone and why does it ...
12/10/2026

Corporation tax receipts have just topped £100 billion for the first time. What's behind this milestone and why does it matter? Read on to discover the latest update on corporate tax in the UK.

HMRC’s latest Corporation Tax statistics show that receipts from corporate taxes passed £100 billion for the first time in 2025-26. The main statistics are as follows: Total receipts from all

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