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The Bribery Act 2010
24th June 2010
The Bribery Act 2010 received Royal Assent on 8 April 2010 and it is expected to be implemented from 1 October 2010.
The new act means that if a member of your staff is involved in bribery in the course of their business, then your company could be held liable in the UK; this applies even if the event occurs overseas.
Making the most of an Audit
14th June 2010
Most shrewd clients would prefer not to have to pay out for an annual audit of their accounts, but many do and see it as a very important part of its business plan. So how do clients benefit from our annual audit work?
Queen’s Speech confirms tax plans
27th May 2010
The government used the Queen's Speech to flag up measures aimed at reforming the tax system for both businesses and individuals in order to make it "fairer and simpler".
New coalition government outlines business and tax proposals
12th May 2010
The UK's first full coalition government since the Second World War is set to introduce a series of new tax and business legislation.
HMRC Finally Issue long awaited s508 certificate
28th April 2010
PEM is pleased to advise that the new section 508 certificate is now available for use for current periods.
Are you protected from a potential Tax enquiry?
15th April 2010
For many years, H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has put extra resources into pursuing more tax. As a result, our clients face an increased risk of an enquiry into their tax affairs. In addition, HMRC now has wider powers and using these powers can undertake an informal check of all areas of a taxpayer’s affairs outside of a formal enquiry.
How will the Budget affect our Region?
24th March 2010
In response to Alastair Darling’s Budget speech earlier, the PEM Tax Team take a quick look at the points most affecting their clients in the region.
Flexible working ‘not always’ to employers’ advantage
15th February 2010
The Institute of Directors (IoD) has said that the introduction of flexible working patterns doesn’t invariably work to the benefit of employers.
Worries over business survivals if tax payment scheme closes
15th February 2010
A significant number of businesses could face severe financial trouble were the government’s time to pay scheme to be wound up.
Changes afoot for Venture Funding?
12th February 2010
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) published a supplementary document with the Pre-Budget Report regarding proposed changes to Venture Capital Trust (VCT) and Enterprise Investment Schemes (EIS) legislation.
Small firms offered free course in procuring public contracts
2nd February 2010
The government has launched a free course designed to help smaller firms pitch for the £220 billion of public sector business that is available each year.
Drop the compulsory retirement age, says Equality Commission
2nd February 2010
Employees should be allowed to continue working after the age of 65, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has argued.
Businesses get chance to voice views on securing finance
22nd January 2010
The Treasury has invited smaller businesses to share their views on how best to improve the availability of finance to firms in the UK.
Lateral thinking and expertise is key to survival
18th January 2010
A bit of lateral thinking mixed together with a substantial amount of expertise is key to business survival in the current economic climate.
Give smaller firms supportive tax cuts
3rd December 2009
The government should lighten the tax burden on smaller businesses if it wants to promote economic recovery, a business group has argued.
Government to help firms suffering equity gaps
3rd December 2009
Large numbers of SMEs are being denied access to the finance they need to grow because they fall between the funding levels that venture capital firms and the banks are prepared to offer.
PEM Corporate Finance advises Bourn Hall on acquisition of its fertility centre
3rd December 2009
Mike Macnamee Chief Executive of Bourn Hall Limited is delighted to announce that the company has acquired Essex based ISIS Fertility Centre from its founding shareholders.
2009 Pre-Budget Report
11th November 2009
The Chancellor, Alistair Darling will present his Pre Budget Report on Wednesday December 9th at 12:30pm.
Tax changes would help support economic recovery
23rd October 2009
The Chancellor has been urged ahead of his pre-Budget Report to introduce changes to the tax system as a way of helping to stimulate economic growth.
Small businesses forecasting recovery
1st October 2009
Almost a half of small firms are anticipating an upturn in sales during the next year, a business group has claimed.
PEM Technology and St Johns Innovation Centre launch TaxEway
24th September 2009
St Johns Innovation Centre (SJIC) has worked with R&D tax experts Peters Elworthy and Moore (PEM) to develop a simple checklist that will enable technologists to see if their work is eligible for R&D tax relief
Improved Tax for Technology?
18th September 2009
CBI endeavours to make the UK tax regime more attractive to investment in technology
PEM Manager to judge Businesswoman of the Year
14th September 2009
Kelly Whitehouse, Manager at one of East Anglia’s leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers Peters Elworthy & Moore (PEM), will be using her business expertise and experience to decide which female entrepreneur should be awarded the title of East of England Business Woman of the Year.
Labour pledge support for research and development tax credits
9th September 2009
Labour have pledged support for research and development tax credits in contrast to the shadow cabinet who have indicated that 'complex reliefs'
HMRC denies change on R&D tax relief rules
8th September 2009
HM Revenue and Customs has insisted that it has not altered its position on claims for research and development tax credits.
Deadline for R&D tax credits tightened
25th August 2009
HMRC tighten policy in respect of deadlines for submitting R&D tax credit claims
Enterprise Management Incentives schemes – here to stay?
24th August 2009
Agreement has recently been given by the EC that the tax reliefs associated with Enterprise Management Incentives schemes can continue until at least 2018.
Cambridge Accountants look to the future
21st August 2009
Peters Elworthy & Moore (PEM) is proud to announce the recruitment of 5 new trainees who will be working towards professional accountancy qualifications.
Tax on employee car parking coming to a town near you?
6th August 2009
The Government has given the green light to the UK's first workplace parking levy.
New accountancy rules on leasing may hit small firms
16th July 2009
Many thousands of smaller businesses could see an increase in their administrative burdens if new accounting rules on leasing come into effect, it has been claimed.
Government Announces Funding for Technology
30th June 2009
The ‘UK Innovation Investment Fund’ will invest in technology-based businesses, and the government believes it can create a fund of £1 billion over the next 10 years.
Late payment a problem, VAT cut of little help, say businesses
8th June 2009
A new survey has revealed that for many firms delays in invoice settlement are on the increase, while the reduction of the VAT rate has not been effective in tackling the downturn in business.
Changes to advisory fuel rates for company cars
8th June 2009
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced changes to the advisory fuel rates for company cars as of 1 July.
Micro businesses need more help with training
5th June 2009
The UK’s smallest businesses are losing out on government-backed training schemes and should have a dedicated skills body that more effectively represents their needs.
Skills funding described as ‘untenable’
5th June 2009
Government plans for funding workplace skills programmes need urgent clarification, a leading business organisation has said.
Small firms must be have fairer chance sooner to win public contracts
16th April 2009
The Chancellor should bring forward plans designed to help more small businesses win government contracts in the Budget, the Forum of Private Business (FPB) has said.
Call for SME asset finance tax support
10th April 2009
The Chancellor should use the Budget to provide small firms with greater scope for offsetting profits against money spent on equipment.
The Finance and Leasing Association (FLA) has urged the government to extend its Enhanced Capital Allowances Scheme.
Tax breaks needed to boost business investment
7th April 2009
The Chancellor is being urged to use the forthcoming Budget to introduce tax measures that will encourage business investment.
PEM Technology Launches New Website
3rd April 2009
PEM Technology has launched its new technology website, reflecting the new PEM and PEM technology branding. Its aim is not only to showcase PEM's strengths but to be a resource for the technology community.
Substantial new HMRC powers come into force today
1st April 2009
Extensive new powers are now available to HMRC; clients should ensure that they are prepared.
PEM Corporate Finance continues to invest despite recession
16th March 2009
PEM Corporate Finance (‘PEMCF’), a leading independent corporate finance specialist based in Cambridge, has launched a distinctive new brand identity and website www.pemcf.com
Business unaware of new loan guarantee scheme
13th March 2009
The latest Monthly Business Survey from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has revealed that 90% of businesses are unaware that their banks offer the Government's Enterprise Finance Guarantee Scheme.
PEM IT Services become Dell Registered Partners
10th March 2009
PEM IT Services are delighted to announce that they have recently become Dell Registered Partners, and have added the Dell range to the portfolio of products they offer.
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