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CASS 6 and CASS 7: Changes for firms holding client money

If your FCA-regulated firm holds client money or custody assets, it’s important to be aware of the latest regulatory changes.

Musicians and withholding tax: using LLPs and companies to help manage risk

How LLPs and limited companies can help professional musicians manage international withholding tax, reduce compliance risk and improve cash flow.

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Preparing for the personal aspects of selling your business

Selling a business is more than a financial transaction – Barbara Spurrier shares practical advice on preparing for the emotional, cultural and personal challenges of life before and after a deal.

Charitable gifts in wills: impact of pension inheritance tax changes 

If your will includes a charitable gift, and you have an unspent pension fund, review your will before those pension funds are brought under IHT from April 2027.   

VAT and employer pension costs: important update 

Updated guidance from HMRC affects how employers may recover input VAT on the admin costs for employer-funded pension schemes. 

The FD’s AI dilemma: opportunity, accountability and the governance gap 

What governance steps should FDs take to prepare their teams for AI's potential and uncertainty?

William Aylward has joined as a specialist in Mergers & Acquisitions

William is highly experienced in negotiating and executing deals, fostering long-term relationships with forward-looking businesses in all sectors.

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IFRS financial statements: prepare for a major change from 2027 

If your business prepares financial statements under IFRS, IFRS 18 will apply for accounting periods starting on or after 1 January 2027.

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Welcoming our new Head of Personal Taxes

Paul Barham joins BKL with over 25 years' experience advising ultra high net worth individuals, families and businesses.

Taxing shareholder value – the latest HMRC consultation poses further complexity 

Taxing shareholder value - the latest HMRC consultation poses further complexity.

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The Moment – June 2026

The latest edition of The Moment, featuring expert insights on property, tax, AI, business growth, UK accounts filing changes and more.

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HMRC letters about overseas assets, income or gains: what to do next

Received an HMRC letter about overseas assets, foreign income or gains? Find out what it means, what to do next and why specialist tax advice matters.