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Capital Grants 2026: Key Information for Farm Businesses
May 28th, 2026
DEFRA have now released full guidance for the 2026 Capital Grants scheme, confirming £225 million of funding.
DEFRA have now released full guidance for the 2026 Capital Grants scheme, confirming £225 million of funding.
DEFRA have now released full guidance for the 2026 Capital Grants scheme, confirming £225 million of funding.
Chancellor's Surprise Statement: Key Tax Changes You Should Know About
May 21st, 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a surprise statement to Parliament, announcing a series of targeted tax measures.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a surprise statement to Parliament, announcing a series of targeted tax measures.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a surprise statement to Parliament, announcing a series of targeted tax measures…
Welcoming Michael Hesketh – Corporate Tax Partner
April 29th, 2026
Simpkins Edwards are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Hesketh as Corporate Tax Partner.
Simpkins Edwards are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Hesketh as Corporate Tax Partner.
Simpkins Edwards are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Hesketh as Corporate Tax Partner.
Basics of Capital Gains Tax
April 22nd, 2026
CGT applies to most asset disposals, with reliefs available but the technical detail can be a costly if overlooked.
CGT applies to most asset disposals, with reliefs available but the technical detail can be a costly if overlooked.
CGT applies to most asset disposals, with reliefs available but the technical detail can be a costly if overlo…
Inheritance Tax Update
April 7th, 2026
The October 2024 Budget proposed limiting 100% APR and BPR to £1m per person from April 2026, alarming many farmers.
The October 2024 Budget proposed limiting 100% APR and BPR to £1m per person from April 2026, alarming many farmers.
The October 2024 Budget proposed limiting 100% APR and BPR to £1m per person from April 2026, alarming many fa…
Income Tax Planning
April 7th, 2026
As Basic Payment Scheme/Delinked Payments wind down, the last few years have been relatively profitable for many farms.
As Basic Payment Scheme/Delinked Payments wind down, the last few years have been relatively profitable for many farms.
As Basic Payment Scheme/Delinked Payments wind down, the last few years have been relatively profitable for ma…
Statutory Sick Pay Changes 2026: What Employers Need to Know
March 12th, 2026
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) are coming into effect on 6 April 2026.
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) are coming into effect on 6 April 2026.
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) are coming into effect on 6 April 2026.
Simpkins Edwards Strengthens Healthcare Offering with AISMA Membership
March 9th, 2026
Simpkins Edwards has been accepted as a member of AISMA, the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Accountants.
Simpkins Edwards has been accepted as a member of AISMA, the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Accountants.
Simpkins Edwards has been accepted as a member of AISMA, the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Acc…
Spring Statement 2026: What it means for you
March 5th, 2026
The Spring Statement had no major tax changes, but April 2026 brings significant pre-announced updates.
The Spring Statement had no major tax changes, but April 2026 brings significant pre-announced updates.
The Spring Statement had no major tax changes, but April 2026 brings significant pre-announced updates.
Making Tax Digital for income tax and self-assessment (MTD for ITSA): What Landlords and Sole Traders need to know about April 2026
January 28th, 2026
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) will be introduced for landlords and/or sole traders with qualifying income.
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) will be introduced for landlords and/or sole traders with qualifying income.
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) will be introduced for landlords and/or sole traders with qualifying…
Welcome changes to inheritance tax allowance
January 8th, 2026
There have been significant positive changes to inheritance tax (IHT).
There have been significant positive changes to inheritance tax (IHT).
There have been significant positive changes to inheritance tax (IHT).
Autumn Budget 2025: What Employers Need to Know
January 7th, 2026
The Autumn Budget sets the tone for the next few years – and for employers, it’s a mix of planning and pressure.
The Autumn Budget sets the tone for the next few years – and for employers, it’s a mix of planning and pressure.
The Autumn Budget sets the tone for the next few years – and for employers, it’s a mix of planning and pressur…