Does a UK Business Need a Group Structure?
A group structure exists when two or more companies are linked by common ownership, with each remaining a separate legal…
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UK Permanent Establishment: Corporation Tax Guide for Non-Resident Companies (2026)
If your overseas company has staff, a contract signer, or just a desk in the UK, you may already have…
Parent Company Guarantees and Audit Exemption: A Guide for UK Subsidiaries
From April 6, 2025, the small company thresholds rose to turnover not exceeding £15 million (up from £10.2 million) and…
VAT on Donations and Fundraising Events: What Charities and Organisations Need to Know
A qualifying fundraising event receives a mandatory VAT exemption under Group 12 of Schedule 9 to the Value Added Tax…
VAT on Insurance in the UK: Exempt Supplies Explained
Insurance is exempt from VAT under Group 2 of Schedule 9 to the Value Added Tax Act 1994, which means…
VAT on Solar Panels UK: The 0% Rate, Who Qualifies, and What Installers Must Know
The installation of solar panels in residential accommodation currently qualifies for a 0% VAT rate, applying across Great Britain since…