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Kitchen Rivals presents unique insight into hospitality business for sector lead

Armstrong Watson's Matt Hutton works closely with many hospitality businesses but was given a unique insight into the sector when he took part in the Kitchen Rivals charity event in Cumbria. 

Six tips for a successful business expansion in 2025

Every business looking to expand needs to have a detailed vision of what it wants to achieve – whether this is expanding into new markets, attracting new customers, developing new products or services, or acquiring another business.

To do this successfully there are a few things to consider:

File your tax return ahead of the Self Assessment deadline

It is never too early to complete your self-assessment tax return. In fact, as soon as the tax year ends you can submit your tax return. Leaving it until the last minute can lead to increased stress and anxiety, errors and omissions not to mention potential delays and penalties.

Scottish Budget: Income tax band increases

Among the SNP’s Scottish Budget proposals for the coming tax year, Finance Secretary Shona Robison announced increases to the income tax starter rate and basic rate thresholds, however these small tax savings do very little to ease the pain of fiscal drag for many.

How much will your salary bill increase from April 2025? Download our free Forecasting Tool

Changes announced in the 2024 Autumn Budget will significantly impact employer wage bills from April 2025.

Preparing for April 2025 in the hospitality sector

Following the Chancellor’s recent budget, businesses in the hospitality sector will need to prepare as best they possibly can for the changes announced, many of which come into effect from April 2025.

How can businesses budget for increased NMW and National Insurance costs?

Changes announced in the Autumn Budget present a number of challenges to business owners, ones which cannot be ignored and require some careful consideration and planning.

Staff Christmas party and employee Christmas gifts

It’s the season to celebrate and give to those we value. From a business perspective, what are the best ways to reward staff at this time of year?

Double U-turn on Double Cab Pick Ups

Slipped into the main Autumn Budget document was the announcement that Double Cab Pick-ups (DCPU) will be treated a cars from 6 April 2025.

Options to explore for farm businesses following Autumn Budget

While the Autumn Budget 2024 will have come as a seismic shock to many farming businesses, it’s important to take the time to properly digest the announcements, take the appropriate advice, and consider the alternatives.