What is employers liability insurance? Is it a legal requirement?
Employers liability insurance is a type of business insurance policy that virtually all firms employing someone must take out. However, there are some notable exceptions.
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Self employed unprepared for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (April 2026 deadline!)
With the April 2026 deadline approaching for MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA), new research shows how unprepared the self employed are for the change.
Sole trader tax guide for the self employed (2025/26)
In this guide, we look at the taxes the self employed pay. We also look at some common mistakes to avoid when it comes to dealing with HMRC.
Can your business claim the £10,500 Employment Allowance?
If you have employees, your business may be eligible to offset up to £10,500 of employers' NICs each year, thanks to the Employment Allowance.
The best salary and dividend split for directors in 2025/26
Most company directors are paid an annual salary, and draw down profits as dividends. What is the optimal salary/dividend split in 2025/26?
Limited Company Tax Calculator – 2025/26
If you're a company owner, this useful calculator will work out your net profits, after allowing for expenses and tax.
Sole Trader Tax Calculator – 2025/26
Find out how much tax you pay as a sole trader - in terms of income tax and Class 2/4 NICs on your business profits after allowing for expenses.
Limited company dividend tax guide – 2025/26 tax year
Here's how company dividends are taxed, and how you calculate the amount of tax you need to pay on your dividends.
Guide to National Insurance for small business owners (2025/26)
How National Insurance works for small businesses - Class 1 for limited companies, and Class 2 & 4 if you're a sole trader or member of a partnership.