Brown Butler Chartered Accountants

The new tax year has arrived and 700,000 employees are now affected by the increased company car tax bands. Higher emission cars have seen the biggest jump to 37 per cent and electric vehicles have faced a four per cent increase. Worried about the rising costs? Get in touch.

Interest in renewable energy is increasing almost as much as energy prices. Is your business ready to make a green transition? Read more: ow.ly/1QMB50YGo7x #Accounting #EnergyCrisis

The 2026/27 #TaxYear has brought many new reforms with it and the impact of the increased #DirectorsLoanTaxCharge seems to be falling under the radar. Directors need to make sure they are staying compliant and managing repayments efficiently. Read more: ow.ly/6ewv50YFvP2

Making Tax Digital obligations have begun. With the first submission looming, what do you need to do to prepare? Read more: ow.ly/PtS750YERhq #Accounting #MakingTaxDigital

HMRC has announced that, in specific circumstances, sole traders and landlords will be able to opt out of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, even as the new requirements come into effect on 6 April 2026. Read our latest blog: ow.ly/WQKq50YCmij #MTD #Landlords #SoleTraders

Recent research found that only 57 per cent of UK SMEs are taking up help from accountants and business service providers. So, why are so many businesses leaving valuable support on the table? Read more in our latest blog: ow.ly/7qWs50YBCfT #SMEs #Accountants

We're proud to say the team have raised over £700 for @CATCHleeds! We held a bakeathon, raffle and dress down day in support of the amazing Leeds based #charity providing youth programs, sports and creative activities aimed at preventing crime and building skills. #Fundraising

Close companies may soon be subject to new reporting requirements. How should you prepare? Read more, ow.ly/c0Ct50YB3O2 #Accounting #CloseCompanies

There may be some good news ahead for drivers as the Chancellor considers revisiting the 45p mileage allowance rate. The AA estimated the true cost to be 67p per mile and a review could bring the mileage rate closer in line with inflation. #MileageRate #LeedsBusinesses

It’s almost time for the new tax year! Make sure you’re ready for the changes to tax rates and reliefs that may affect you or your business. If you need advice, contact us. #NewTaxYear #SmallBusiness

Did you know that the Easter Bank Holiday falls earlier this year? 🐣 It may not seem like a big thing, but for those with a holiday year ending 31 March it could have a big impact on your payroll and staff holiday entitlement. Read more: ow.ly/hslK50Yzci5 #Payroll

Have you watched our latest webinar yet? Our expert panel discussed the most recent developments in tax and how these changes could impact you and your business! Watch now: ow.ly/2w4M50Yz1EU #Tax #Accounting #UKAccountants

Do you want to be sure that your tax-home pay is as tax-efficient as possible? Rising dividend rates will soon be added into the mix and now is the time to assess that your income is structured efficiently. Read more in our latest blog, ow.ly/Y4bl50YyurJ #Dividends

Unsure how maternity leave affects MTD obligations? The rules have been clarified, so now you can find out what you need to do. Read more, ow.ly/f4oB50YxXlo #Accounting #MTD

With one more revenue-collecting month to go, HMRC has confirmed that £860.7 billion of tax has been collected this year. Businesses and individuals are still grappling with reduced reliefs and allowances and frozen thresholds. Contact us for advice. #HMRC #LeedsBusinesses

To everyone celebrating Eid today, may your celebrations be filled with joy, peace, and togetherness. Wishing you a blessed and beautiful Eid. #EidMubarak #Eid2026

The penalties for late corporate tax returns are doubling from 1 April 2026. If you submit your CT600 return late, you will face a £200 penalty, which will increase to £400 after three months. Contact us for advice. #TaxReturn #CorporationTax #LeedsBusinesses

Keeping track of your side hustle earnings? Over £55bn in side hustle income is set to be reported this year. If your earnings go above the £1,000 trading allowance, it’s important to ensure you declare them. Read more here: ow.ly/GNVr50YwnIt #SideHustle #HMRC

We’ve selected our Charity of the Year... CATCH Leeds! They’re an amazing Charity dedicated to supporting young people and the local community – they provide youth programs, sports and creative activities aimed at preventing crime and building skills.

Thousands of taxpayers still haven’t registered for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and the deadline is less than three weeks away. If you are part of the 90 per cent yet to sign up, now is the time to act. Read more in our latest blog: ow.ly/evez50YvHtX #MTD