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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.

New tax checks on side hustles like eBay and Vinted risk confusion over different reporting periods

11 January 2025 Finance, Get Funded, In Business, Legal Business Matters 0 Comments

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.

Hundreds of current and former McDonald’s employees – some as young as 19 – have joined a legal action against the fast-food giant over allegations of bullying, sexual abuse and harassment across more than 450 UK outlets.

McDonald’s faces legal challenge from over 700 workers amid harassment claims

7 January 2025 Legal, News Jamie Young 0 Comments

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 has become the world’s first $3 trillion company after an extraordinary rally in its shares during the pandemic.

Apple agrees to £77M settlement over alleged Siri eavesdropping

4 January 20254 January 2025 Legal, News Paul Jones 0 Comments

Apple will pay £77 million to settle a lawsuit over Siri allegedly recording private conversations.

A federal appeals court has upheld a law requiring TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app to a non-Chinese entity by mid-January or face a ban in the United States.

Court upholds law forcing TikTok ban or sale in the United States

6 December 2024 Legal, News, Technology Jamie Young 0 Comments

Federal judges move TikTok closer to U.S. ban as ByteDance faces January deadline

Gary Lineker and HMRC settle IR35 dispute out of court

Case closed: HMRC settles £4.9m tax case with Gary Lineker

5 December 2024 Finance, Legal, News Paul Jones 0 Comments

Gary Lineker and HMRC settle IR35 dispute out of court

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has released new guidance cautioning freelancers, contractors, and consultants about the risks associated with Managed Service Companies (MSCs)—complex tax arrangements that could leave independent workers facing tax bills running into tens of thousands of pounds.

Freelancers warned of hefty tax bills as HMRC issues new guidance on managed service companies

27 November 2024 Finance, Legal Paul Jones 0 Comments

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, the former England footballer turned broadcaster, has strategically placed his television production company, Goalhanger Films, into voluntary liquidation ahead of upcoming capital gains tax rises.

Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increase

23 November 202423 November 2024 Advice, Finance, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

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HMRC doubles payouts to tax whistleblowers amid calls for larger rewards

20 November 202420 November 2024 In Business, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

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 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.

Google faces pressure to sell Chrome browser amid antitrust scrutiny

19 November 202419 November 2024 In Business, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

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HMRC targets specialist agents in crackdown on R&D tax credit fraud

18 November 202418 November 2024 Finance, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

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.

The Impact of the Online Safety Act on UK Businesses

27 October 2024 In Business, Legal, Technology Lina Ghazal 0 Comments

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.

In a groundbreaking victory for consumer rights, the Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of the claimant in the Johnson v. Firstrand Bank case, setting a historic precedent in the motor finance industry.

Landmark Court of Appeal Ruling Promises £21bn Payout for Motor Finance Mis-Selling Victims

25 October 2024 Legal Business Matters 0 Comments

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 new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment is imminent. What do businesses need to do to prepare?

A guide to the new legal duty on employers to prevent workplace sexual harassment

4 October 2024 Advice, Legal Hannah Waterworth 0 Comments

A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment is imminent. What do businesses need to do to prepare?

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Companies House introduces new penalties to boost compliance and corporate transparency

27 September 2024 In Business, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

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.

The Employment Tribunal recently considered these issues in the Toure v Commissioners for HM Revenue and Customs case.

Should you contact an employee on sick leave?

17 September 2024 Columns, Legal Hannah Waterworth 0 Comments

The Employment Tribunal recently considered these issues in the Toure v Commissioners for HM Revenue and Customs case.

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