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Setting up an overseas business in the UK

Whilst it may be part of a planned strategy to expand into another country as part of a company’s overall growth aspirations, it is vital to de-risk that decision as much as possible to increase the likelihood of a successful expansion. Expanding to another continent can be scary where language, legal and cultural differences need to be considered. So, what are some of the key hurdles to a...

Helping Irish companies grow post Brexit

At Ecovis Wingrave Yeats, we have been helping overseas-owned businesses get established in the UK for close to 40 years now. We have a very international focus to our practice with clients from the US, all parts of Europe and extending to the Far East and Australia / New Zealand. I have personally assisted a large number of Irish companies set up here in the UK. The Ecovis business hub We are...

Post-Brexit UK is a more important growth prospect to global CEOs

It’s been a year since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic which has resulted in an entire year of navigating new ways of working and living. Added to which, during this time, the UK was also tackling the uncertainty around Brexit. The signing of the EU trade agreement has resulted in a more clear and stable political landscape, helping business leaders make decisions with confidence....

Tax to pay when you get a pension

You may have to pay Income Tax on your pension if your total annual taxable income exceeds your Personal Allowance....

Paying the 2025-26 Child Benefit tax charge

Taxpayers who need to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) for 2025-26 may be able to pay it...

New tax return requirements for company directors

Company directors who complete a self-assessment tax return should be aware of new mandatory reporting requirements that came into effect...

Business confidence rises but is it time to invest?

UK business confidence is rising, but only 17% of businesses plan to increase investment in the next three months. Here,...

Late payments: Is your business at risk?

60% of UK SMEs say customers take longer to pay than a year ago, and the average amount owed is...

Corporation tax receipts pass £100 billion

HMRC’s latest statistics show that receipts from corporate taxes passed £100 billion for the first time in 2025-26. Here, we...

New customs system for Northern Ireland trade

From 20 October 2026, businesses moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland must use the new TSS platform. Here,...

Reporting property gains

If you sell a UK residential property, you usually need to report and pay any Capital Gains Tax within 60...

Capital allowances restricted for project development costs

A recent Supreme Court decision means capital allowances will probably be restricted for some predevelopment costs. Here, we explain the...
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