http://www.monahans.co.uk Monahans are a leading firm of chartered accountants with offices in Bath, Chippenham, Glastonbury, Swindon and Trowbridge. We aim to help you pay less tax, increase your wealth and improve your profits. Chartered Accountants Wiltshire, Accountants Glastonbury, Chartered Accountants Trowbridge, Accountant Swindon, Chartered Accountants Bath, Accountant Wiltshire, Chartered Accountants Chippenham, Accountant Somerset, Chartered Accountants Somerset http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=892 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=892 The value of the web economy in G20 member countries is set to almost double by 2016, a new report has suggested. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=891 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=891 The Chancellor George Osborne is being urged to consider further cuts to corporation tax in a bid to boost economic growth. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=890 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=890 Small firms will be given longer to comply with the new pension auto-enrolment rules because of the tough economic climate, the Government has announced. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=889 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=889 The Government has unveiled a new campaign aimed at encouraging people to start or grow their own business. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=888 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=888 Some of the UK’s leading business groups are urging the Government to take action to help small businesses to create job opportunities, as recent research suggests that firms are looking to shed further positions. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=887 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=887 The Government has launched a multi-million pound media campaign to encourage individuals to save more for their retirement. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=886 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=886 Hear Steve Elliott, Director of Insolvency at Monahans talk about this subject on BBC Radio Wiltshire. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=885 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=885 Monahans are delighted to once again be a sponsor of the the most prestigious Business Awards in the county. They have been developed in order to reward and celebrate the many dynamic and innovative businesses in Wiltshire. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=884 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=884 On 22nd February and meet Medium, Clairvoyant, Tarot and Signature reader Sue Hudd. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=883 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=883 More than £3,000 has been wiped off the value of pension pots in the past four years, according to a new report by Prudential insurance. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=882 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=882 HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has introduced new legislation to block a scheme involving post-cessation trade relief, with immediate effect. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=881 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=881 Plans to cut red tape and introduce tax breaks for employee-owned companies have been unveiled by the Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=878 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=878 The Government has vowed to remove ‘pointless’ and ‘time-wasting’ health and safety legislation during the course of 2012, which it says has led to a culture of fear amongst businesses. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=877 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=877 There is growing speculation over the future of the 50p income tax rate after the Prime Minister signalled that the rate is unlikely to be scrapped during the course of the parliament. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=876 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=876 Taxpayers are being urged not to respond to a series of new tax rebate ‘phishing’ emails being sent by fraudsters, ahead of the 31 January Self Assessment Tax Return deadline. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=874 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=874 Ministers are being urged to do more to ease the regulatory burden on micro firms after some business groups criticised the Government’s moratorium on employment law. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=873 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=873 HMRC is to carry out a review of its business records checks programme after the initiative was criticised by business groups and MPs. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=872 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=872 As 2012 gets underway, the UK’s leading business groups have called for a number of measures to help support small businesses and boost the economy in the coming months. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=871 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=871 Join us at this FREE workshop for business owners and directors. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=869 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=869 Business groups have welcomed the introduction of a new industry-led Taskforce which will seek to boost the finance options accessible to UK firms. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=868 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=868 The Government has launched a consultation on its proposals to introduce a system of fees for individuals who wish to raise a case in an employment tribunal. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=867 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=867 HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has been accused of enjoying ‘unduly cosy’ relationships with big businesses, following the revelation that there remains more than £25 billion worth of unresolved tax issues with major companies. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=866 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=866 Come and have lunch with us on 7th February at Lackham House. We will be joined by Sally Cooper from HSBC. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=864 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=864 Hear Geoff Don, Tax Director at Monahans talk about this subject on BBC Radio Wiltshire. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=863 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=863 HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has confirmed that with effect from 1 April 2012, all VAT-registered businesses must file their VAT returns online and make payments electronically. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=862 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=862 The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is calling on the Government to ensure that its broadband policy will allow all small firms access to adequate broadband facilities. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=861 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=861 HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a reminder to individuals wishing to take part in its new Tax Catch Up Plan. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=860 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=860 Learn how to achive this at our FREE seminar hosted in association with Sustain. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=857 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=857 Watch this video where Peta Fry, Director of Monahans HR Solutions explains what it means to you. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=856 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=856 A record number of UK businesses were forced to close last year, new figures have revealed. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=855 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=855 Plans to enable investors to ‘top-up’ ISA savings lost in the collapse of a financial firm have been outlined by the Treasury. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=854 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=854 Those businesses that should be registered for VAT, but have failed to register with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), have been given until the end of the month to complete the registration process. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=853 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=853 Peter Lugg, talks about the alternative sources of finance available, particularly important in the current economic climate. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=851 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=851 The Chancellor made a number of announcements relating to welfare benefits in his 2011 Autumn Statement. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=850 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=850 Opposition politicians and public bodies have given mixed reactions to Chancellor George Osborne’s 2011 Autumn Statement. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=849 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=849 The UK’s leading business organisation, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), has given a broad welcome to the 2011 Autumn Statement, which it has described as the Government’s “Plan A Plus” in all but name. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=848 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=848 With the latest report from the Office for Budget Responsibility painting a sombre outlook for the UK economy, Chancellor George Osborne has vowed that the Government will do whatever it takes to protect against ‘the sovereign debt storm’. Sat, 03 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=847 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=847 The Government has confirmed its plans to introduce a new small claims service at the Patents County Court, in order to simplify the system for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) that wish to enforce their intellectual property rights, while reducing the financial risk to business owners through the introduction of new financial limits. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=846 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=846 The Prime Minister David Cameron has outlined the Government’s strategy for growth, conceding that Britain faces challenging economic times ahead. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=844 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=844 The Government has unveiled a series of sweeping changes to employment law, which will make it more difficult for workers to raise a claim against their employer for unfair dismissal, and easier for employers to hire – and fire – their staff. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=843 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=843 Essential reading. In the Winter Newsletter we discuss, among other things, how going 'green' can improve profits, why Switzerland is no longer a haven for tax evaders, plus we keep you updated with the latest changes to capital allowances. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=841 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=841 Online shoppers have been warned that they could face an unexpected tax bill when ordering gifts from outside the EU. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=840 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=840 The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has welcomed the Government’s new Finance Fitness initiative, which aims to improve the finance and cash flow issues faced by small businesses. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=839 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=839 The Government has launched a new consultation setting out its vision for a simpler and more transparent personal tax system. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=836 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=836 The Treasury is investigating further changes to VAT relief on goods imported from outside the EU, it has revealed Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=835 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=835 The Government is being urged to extend the scope of its regional employer national insurance (NIC) ‘holiday’ scheme, as figures reveal continuing low levels of take-up by small businesses. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=834 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=834 The UK’s late payment culture is getting worse, with the amount owed to small and medium-sized enterprises reaching record levels, a new report has revealed. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=832 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=832 There are many opportunities to reduce your costs by "Greening" your business. Peter Lugg, Corporate Finance Partner talks about some of those in this video. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=831 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=831 Small businesses are struggling to deal with spiralling inflation, with rising energy costs proving the most damaging, according to a new report from the Forum of Private Business (FPB). Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=830 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=830 UK firms should be given a tax incentive for taking on jobless young people as part of a range of measures to curb rising youth unemployment, according to a leading business group. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=829 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=829 An estimated six million children are now eligible for a new Junior ISA following the launch of the tax-free savings account on 1 November. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=820 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=820 Peter Lugg, Corporate Finance Partner at Monahans talks about the ways you can increase the value of your business in preparation for sale. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=814 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=814 Here Peta Fry, Director of Monahans HR Solutions talks about Managing Sickness Absence. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=810 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=810 As many as six million taxpayers will be entitled to a tax rebate in the coming months, with an average value of £400, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has confirmed. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=788 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=788 There are real benefits to be gained by "Greening" your business and thus reducing your costs. We look at some of the help available to you. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=743 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=743 HM Revenue & Customs are targeting restaurants in a clamp down on tax dodging. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=732 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-seminars.asp?id=732 The fifth White Horse Challenge took place over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd July and was a great success, Mon, 11 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=729 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=729 Monahans have just advised Stephens Plastics in Corsham on the purchase of Andrew Mitchell & Co to double the size of the business. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=692 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=692 Watch Dominic Bourquin, Tax Partner at Monahans talk about this subject. Wed, 04 May 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=691 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=691 Dominic Bourquin, Monahans Tax Partner explains Research & Development Tax Relief Wed, 04 May 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=675 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=675 Click this link to hear Dominic talk with Matthew Smith about this years budget and what it means to you. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=640 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=640 The Government has postponed its plans to extend the ‘time to train’ regulations to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) following criticism from business groups. Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=612 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=612 Watch Dominic Bourquin, Tax Partner at Monahans talk about this subject. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=595 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=595 The Monahans group has just scooped two prestigious awards which were presented at a national financial industry conference. Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=588 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsinhouse.asp?id=588 We have always been impressed by the high level of professionalism Monahans display and by the way they keep themselves up to date with the latest rules and regulations. The icing on the cake is the interest Monahans show us as an organisation and we are very pleased indeed to be associated with them. Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=542 http://www.monahans.co.uk/web/events-newsbusiness.asp?id=542 Millions of people in the UK are due to receive a tax rebate following a problem with HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) Pay as You Earn (PAYE) computer system. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:00:00 GMT richard.edwards@monahans.co.uk Monahans