LM Griffiths & Co Ltd

30/06/2026

Hope they all enjoyed the All Wales Scout camp!

Huge thanks to LM Griffiths & Co Ltd for donations of funds for our coach travel to All Wales Scout Camp 😁 without them we wouldn't have been able to travel up in such comfort! 🚌 ⚜️

19/06/2026

📢 Keeping Your Books Up to Date Can Save You Money

Staying on top of your bookkeeping isn’t just about being organised - it can make a real difference to how much tax you pay and how smoothly your business runs.

🔹 Missed receipts = missed expenses
If receipts aren’t kept or get lost, it often means expenses go unclaimed, and you could end up paying more tax than necessary.

🔹 Last minute bookkeeping costs more
Leaving everything until year end often means more time spent sorting through paperwork - which can increase accountancy costs and stress.

🔹 Better records = better decisions
Up to date bookkeeping gives a clearer picture of how your business is performing, helping you plan ahead with confidence.

🔹 Why this matters
Good habits throughout the year usually lead to:

More accurate tax returns
Fewer missed opportunities to claim expenses
A smoother, less stressful year end

👉 A simple approach
Keeping records organised as you go - whether digitally or with a clear system makes everything easier down the line.

At LM Griffiths & Co, we help you keep your bookkeeping simple, up to date, and working for your business.
✅ Unsure if you’re keeping the right records?
✅ Feel like things always build up towards year end?
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12/06/2026

📢 New Rule for Small Companies – Coming in 2028

A new rule has been confirmed that will affect small limited companies from April 2028.

🔹 You’ll need to send in your profit figures
From 2028, small companies will have to include a profit & loss (P&L) account when they file their annual accounts - something many smaller businesses don’t currently have to do.

🔹 You can keep it out of the public eye
Although you must send it to Companies House, you will be able to choose not to show it publicly, so your figures don’t have to be visible to competitors.

🔹 Everything will need to be done digitally
Accounts will have to be filed using accounting software, as paper and basic online filing for accounts will be phased out.

🔹 When does this happen?
These changes come in from April 2028, giving businesses time to get ready.

👉 What this means for you
Even small businesses will need clear, accurate records and proper accounting systems in place, as filing requirements are becoming more detailed.

At LM Griffiths & Co, we make sure everything is kept simple, organised, and fully compliant - so you’re ready well before any changes come in.

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22/05/2026

📢 HMRC Mileage Rates Have Increased - What You Need to Know

HMRC has recently increased the mileage rate for cars and vans to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles - a change that could have a real impact on your tax claims and reimbursements.

🔹 55p per mile (up from 45p)
From the latest update, you can now claim 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles - giving greater tax relief for business travel.

🔹 25p per mile thereafter
Once you exceed 10,000 miles in the tax year, the rate remains at 25p per mile.

🔹 Why this matters
This increase means:
Higher allowable tax deductions for the self‑employed
Increased tax‑free reimbursements for employees
A potential impact on business costs and profitability

If you’re still using the old 45p rate, you could be under claiming and missing out on valuable tax relief.

At LM Griffiths & Co, we’ll make sure you’re using the correct, up to date rates, keeping your records accurate and ensuring you claim everything you’re entitled to.

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15/05/2026

📰 Business & tax news round‑up – May 2026

Our latest news round‑up highlights several developments that may affect businesses and households:
• Energy cost support for manufacturers – The government has extended energy bill support for some UK manufacturers, aiming to protect jobs and keep firms competitive, though help remains targeted rather than universal.
• Help to Buy under renewed scrutiny – Recent analysis suggests the scheme mainly benefited higher‑income households, raising questions about how effective it was in improving access to home ownership.
• Consumer confidence under pressure – Continued cost‑of‑living pressures mean many households are cutting back on spending, which may have knock‑on effects for business sales and cashflow.

We’ve shared a short PDF with this post that summarises these stories and explains why they matter. It’s a quick way to stay informed on the wider economic issues shaping decisions at the moment.

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08/05/2026

🧾 E‑invoicing: how SMEs can start preparing now

E‑invoicing is moving from a back‑office improvement to a planning issue for UK businesses. The government has confirmed that VAT invoices will need to be issued as e-invoices from April 2029, with the detailed UK rules still being developed.

While 2029 may feel a long way off, preparing early can make a real difference. E‑invoicing isn’t just about compliance - it can help reduce errors, improve cashflow, cut down admin, and strengthen fraud controls. HMRC research shows that many SMEs still rely on PDFs and emails, which is not the same as structured e‑invoicing.

We’ve shared a short PDF with this post that explains what e‑invoicing really means, why it matters before 2029, and the practical steps SMEs can take now to get ready without unnecessary disruption.

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01/05/2026

💝 Giving to charity - check you’re claiming the tax relief

Donating to charity can do more than support good causes - it can also reduce your tax bill if the reliefs are used properly.

Many people know about Gift Aid, but fewer realise that higher and additional rate taxpayers can often claim extra relief. Charitable donations can also help reduce adjusted net income and support wider tax planning.

We’ve shared a short PDF in this post that outlines the key charity tax reliefs available - worth a quick read if you give regularly or are planning to.

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24/04/2026

📊 Making Tax Digital update from HMRC

HMRC has confirmed that only around 1 in 4 landlords and sole traders who need to join Making Tax Digital for Income Tax have signed up so far.

The new rules now apply to those earning over £50,000 from self‑employment or property income. HMRC says sign‑ups are moving at an “expected” pace, with many people likely to act closer to the first quarterly deadline later this year.

If you’re unsure whether this affects you, or what you need to do next, it’s worth checking sooner rather than later.

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17/04/2026

📢 VAT Registration – Key Figures Every Business Owner Should Know

VAT registration can catch businesses off guard - especially when turnover starts creeping up.

🔹 £90,000 VAT threshold
If your taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in any 12‑month period, you are legally required to register for VAT. This isn’t based on your year end - HMRC looks at a rolling 12‑month total.

🔹 Late registration can be costly
Registering late can mean:
VAT owed on past sales
Penalties based on how late you are
Interest charged on unpaid VAT

🔹 Standard VAT rate: 20%
Once registered, most businesses must add 20% VAT to their sales - which can impact pricing, cash flow, and profits if not planned properly.

🔹 Voluntary registration
Even if your turnover is below £90,000, voluntary VAT registration may allow you to:
Reclaim VAT on business costs
Improve business credibility
Prepare for growth before hitting the threshold

At LM Griffiths & Co, we’ll review your turnover, advise whether VAT registration is required or beneficial, handle the registration for you, and ensure you remain compliant - including Making Tax Digital for VAT and ongoing VAT returns.

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