As we detailed in our article back in April (and following the Spring Statement), changes to National Insurance contributions (NICs) have just come in to effect, writes Pearson May partner Matthew Rutter. The new NIC thresholds took effect from 6 July. But what does that mean for you? If you are a self-employed worker,...
Shares in Bath-headquartered Time Finance were today trading at a near two-year low after it warned of a decline in both its annual profits and revenues. The firm, which specialises in asset, loan and invoice finance products, said its financial outlook at been hit by the UK’s “macro-economic headwinds” while a key part of...
Rachel Sartin, an Independent Financial Adviser with Chase de Vere based in Bath, has triumped in a major financial services awards scheme for the second time. Rachel, pictured, has been named Financial Adviser of the Year for the South West at the Women in Financial Advice Awards 2022, having previously scooped the title in 2020. ...
South West chartered accountancy firm Milsted Langdon has taken a major step towards its ambition of becoming a fully sustainable and innovative business by completing a refurbishment of one of its offices. The transformation of the firm’s Taunton base, its largest, includes a reshaping of the office space to create a more modern work...
Leading school uniform firm Banner has acquired a supplier of school ties, bags and accessories in a move that takes it a step further towards its ambition of providing head-to-toe uniforms in sustainable eco fabrics. Trowbridge-based Banner, which employs more than 350 people, is the UK’s largest supplier to schoolwear retailers. It was acquired...
Regional accounting firm Bishop Fleming has been recognised among some of the largest organisations in the UK for its apprenticeship programme. The firm, which has an office in Bath, has been ranked 14th in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list for 2022, which showcases the best apprenticeship programmes over the previous 12 months. It...
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Bath-headquartered Time Finance has taken on Matt Dean as a broker manager in its asset finance team focussed on driving support for businesses in the South West. Matt, pictured, brings more than 12 years’ experience to the role at the alternative finance provider, the last 10 of which in a business development role with...
Two of the West of England’s largest regional accountancy firms Milsted Langdon and Bishop Fleming, which both have offices in Bath, are to battle it out as finalists in a major awards scheme that champions the growth and achievements of practices across the UK. It is the second year in a row that Milsted Langdon has been...
Spiralling inflation has become the biggest issue for firms in Bath and across the South West, with nearly 70% saying they are worried about its impact on their business, according to a new survey. Big rises in labour costs and utility bills – which have helped take inflation to a 40-year high of 9.1%...
