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Category: Legal
Contracts, Human Resources HR, Employment and legal advice for owners and managers of SME small and medium sized business owners.
New tax checks on side hustles like eBay and Vinted risk confusion over different reporting periods
HMRC is set to receive income details from online platforms like eBay and Vinted, but tax experts warn that mismatched reporting periods could catch UK sellers off guard.
McDonald’s faces legal challenge from over 700 workers amid harassment claims
Over 700 McDonald’s workers have launched a legal case alleging bullying, racism, and sexual harassment at over 450 UK outlets. Discover how the fast-food giant is responding, the role of the EHRC, and why zero-hours contracts may exacerbate abuse concerns.
Apple agrees to £77M settlement over alleged Siri eavesdropping
Apple will pay £77 million to settle a lawsuit over Siri allegedly recording private conversations.
Court upholds law forcing TikTok ban or sale in the United States
Federal judges move TikTok closer to U.S. ban as ByteDance faces January deadline
Case closed: HMRC settles £4.9m tax case with Gary Lineker
Gary Lineker and HMRC settle IR35 dispute out of court
Freelancers warned of hefty tax bills as HMRC issues new guidance on managed service companies
HMRC warns freelancers about Managed Service Companies (MSCs), complex tax setups that could lead to hefty tax bills. Learn how new guidance could impact independent workers and why vigilance is crucial.
Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increase
Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increases, strategically benefiting from current tax rates while focusing on the growth of Goalhanger Podcasts.
HMRC doubles payouts to tax whistleblowers amid calls for larger rewards
HMRC nearly doubles payouts to tax whistleblowers to £1m, but experts call for larger, proportionate rewards to close the £39.8bn tax gap and encourage more high-quality tip-offs.
Google faces pressure to sell Chrome browser amid antitrust scrutiny
Google may be forced to sell its Chrome browser as US antitrust officials intensify scrutiny, potentially reshaping the tech giant’s operations and impacting its advertising revenue.
HMRC targets specialist agents in crackdown on R&D tax credit fraud
HMRC’s review finds higher non-compliance in R&D tax credit claims involving specialist agents, costing £4.1bn. Crackdown impacts genuine businesses seeking innovation funding.
The Impact of the Online Safety Act on UK Businesses
Introduced to tackle growing concerns over the safety of internet users – particularly children and vulnerable groups, the Online Safety Act (OSA) marks a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for businesses operating online platforms in the UK.
Landmark Court of Appeal Ruling Promises £21bn Payout for Motor Finance Mis-Selling Victims
In a landmark victory for consumers, the Court of Appeal has ruled against PCP mis-selling in the Johnson v. Firstrand Bank case, paving the way for a £21bn payout. Learn more about this groundbreaking ruling and its impact on UK car finance.
A guide to the new legal duty on employers to prevent workplace sexual harassment
A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment is imminent. What do businesses need to do to prepare?
Companies House introduces new penalties to boost compliance and corporate transparency
Companies House has implemented a new regime of penalties aimed at improving compliance and transparency in the UK’s company register, with a focus on cracking down on misuse and economic crime.
