Government to back Chess
Nigel Holland supports Government backing for chess "The UK used to be at the forefront in world chess. It was second behind the Soviet Union. It has now slipped to 13th for men and 27th for women according to the International Chess Federation. The backing from the...
read moreIljona joins Holland & Co Chartered Accountants
Iljona Fusha of Holland & Co Chartered Accountants " It is great that Iljona has joined our firm because she has an excellent academic record which includes: Master's degree (MSc) in Accounting and Finance taken at the University of Huddersfield a second Master's...
read moreFurther disturbing news about the Inland Revenue
More HMRC workers at home than during Covid. Nigel Holland " It is not possible for employees to work as satisfactorily from home compared to the way they do in a regular office. There can not be the same level of supervision from line managers when work takes place...
read moreHouse prices falling at largest rate since 2009
Nigel Holland warns about house price fall. " The increase in mortgage rates are a major factor as to why there has been such a drop in house prices. There is worry in the market that these interest rates could increase even further. There has been a slight reduction...
read moreNew staff at Holland & Co Chartered Accountants
Shah " It is great news that Shahjahan Khan has joined our practice. Shah is a graduate from Manchester Metropolitan University where he obtained a first class honours degree in Accounting and Finance. He shows attention to detail, problem solving skills, adaptability...
read moreWhat has gone wrong at the Inland Revenue?
Nigel Holland identifying the problems faced by HMIT. " Chaos within the HMRC as severe reduction in staff numbers, delayed effects from the covid pandemic, delay on introduction of MTD and closure of HMRC helpline combine to reduce the service provided by HMRC. This...
read moreTaxman to raid frequent fliers
Nigel Holland "There is an increase in tax on the way based upon how HMRC aretreating the frequent flyer programme involving British Airways Avios pointssystem. The points could be taxed for the first time as HMRC launches a raid onthe popular frequent flyer...
read moreFinance for businesses
Nigel Holland raises finance for businesses " From time to time we are asked by clients how can they raise finance. There are various ways that this may be done and we have developed relationships with lenders who are able to point businesses in the right direction to...
read moreVAT Penalty alert
Nigel Holland “The changes to the VAT penalty regime are now in force. The regime is automated as many processes adopted by HMRC are these days. We have found that if there is a problem with a scheduled payment or VAT or submission of a return this problem may trigger...
read moreIncrease in secret subletting
Nigel Holland " There are a large number of tenants who sublet their properties to sub tenants in secret, such arrangements are rife in the commercial and residential sectors. Such activity can create a serious problem for landlords because it can be difficult for the...
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