Is a staff Christmas party a business expense and is it tax deductible?

Is a staff Christmas party a business expense and is it tax deductible?

Is a staff Christmas party a business expense and is it tax deductible?Fiona Grant-Jones
Published on: 09/12/2025

Providing an annual party for your employees is a great way to thank them for their hard work, and Christmas is often the most popular time for companies to show their appreciation.

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HMRC’s Debt Recovery Powers Are Back – Don’t Get Caught Off Guard

HMRC’s Debt Recovery Powers Are Back – Don’t Get Caught Off Guard

HMRC’s Debt Recovery Powers Are Back – Don’t Get Caught Off GuardFiona Grant-Jones
Published on: 12/11/2025

We’re heading into another busy tax season, so thought now would be a good time to talk about something that could catch many taxpayers off guard this year: the return of HMRC’s Direct Recovery of Debt (DRD) powers!

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The Companies House Roadmap: What’s Changing and What it Means for You

The Companies House Roadmap: What’s Changing and What it Means for You

The Companies House Roadmap: What’s Changing and What it Means for YouFiona Grant-Jones
Published on: 13/10/2025

You might have seen headlines about changes coming to Companies House, and if your franchise business is a limited company, it’s well worth knowing what’s on the horizon. While much of this is still being shaped, the Companies House roadmap gives a strong indication of where things are headed.

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Employment Rights Bill: Are You Ready for Holiday and Sick Pay Changes?

Employment Rights Bill: Are You Ready for Holiday and Sick Pay Changes?

Employment Rights Bill: Are You Ready for Holiday and Sick Pay Changes?Fiona Grant-Jones
Published on: 01/09/2025

The Employment Rights Bill is making its way through Parliament, and while the headlines focus on workers’ rights, there’s a very real impact coming for employers’ budgets, payroll, and cash flow.

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