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by Clive Everitt

21 Apr 2017

The former head of Public Interest Lawyers (PIL), Phil Shiner has been declared bankrupt. Shiner was most well-known for leading the ‘Iraq Witch Hunt’, in which £100 million of tax payer’s money was spent on abuse claims against British troops.

by Ed Gibson

7 Mar 2017

Amongst the various tax changes that have come into play this year, a number have had a big impact on those with investments and this is to continue into next year as the scope of the changes expands.

by Ed Gibson

7 Mar 2017

This year saw not only a further reduction in the maximum pension fund that can be accumulated before suffering a penal tax charge, but an even more draconian cut in the amount that can be paid into a pension and benefit from tax relief.

28 Feb 2017

The government recently launched a new scheme to match small businesses which are unable to access finance from big banks with alternative finance options. This article outlines the new service, and also highlights some additional funding options to consider.

28 Feb 2017

April 2017 sees changes to the VAT flat rate scheme, which may have a detrimental impact on certain small businesses. Here we explore the new rules.

28 Feb 2017

In the Autumn Statement, the Chancellor confirmed a series of forthcoming changes to corporation tax. Here we consider the changes, together with some useful tax-saving tips and strategies to help minimise the corporation tax bill.

28 Feb 2017

From April 2017 the tax and employer national insurance advantages associated with certain types of salary sacrifice schemes are set to be removed. Here we provide an overview of the changes and how they may affect you.

28 Feb 2017

New 12-sided £1 coin set to be introduced - Small firms set to benefit from new payment transparency - Wales set to receive income tax powers in 2019 - Pension annuities plans abandoned - Scottish Draft Budget published

28 Feb 2017

Under 40? If so, then you may be able to apply for the new Lifetime ISA, which is being launched from April.

28 Feb 2017

In the 2016 Autumn Statement, Chancellor Philip Hammond announced that the National Living Wage (NLW) and the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates will rise from April 2017.

28 Feb 2017

Here is a quick tip on how minimise your capital gains tax (CGT) bill.

28 Feb 2017

In his first major financial statement, the new Chancellor Philip Hammond unveiled a number of measures that may affect you and your business.

by Clifford Brown

17 Feb 2017

Shaw Gibbs has assisted Penny & Sinclair in their acquisition of Town or Village Lettings.

by Clive Everitt

1 Feb 2017

The number of business entering administration has increased in the last 6 months following the EU referendum. What this means for the future remains to be seen…

by Sarah Gardener

1 Feb 2017

Are you a landlord in Oxford? If so, could you see the benefits of HMRC’s ‘Let Property Campaign’?

by Clive Everitt

30 Jan 2017

Following the claims of former BHS employees, Clive looks at the complications surrounding redundancy as a consequence of insolvency.

by Clive Everitt

13 Jan 2017

Commenting on the recent book by Professor Soltes, Clive Everitt recalls his experiences with ‘white collar criminals’ in the world of insolvency.

by Clifford Brown

11 Jan 2017

Shaw Gibbs’ Corporate Finance team has assisted One Event Management with their acquisition of Absolute Taste from McLaren Technology Group and Lyndy Redding.

by Peter O’Connell

5 Jan 2017

Shaw Gibbs now has teams in London and Oxford, two of the UK’s leading locations for international companies. The firm’s expertise covers all aspects of global business finance, including international corporate and personal tax, international accounting and audit requirements, and VAT expertise.

by Clifford Brown

19 Dec 2016

Shaw Gibbs’ Corporate Finance team supported OATS’ shareholders throughout the process, offering advice on all aspects of the transaction, including commercial issue resolution and supporting the management with complex cross-border tax advice.