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HMRC Mileage Rate Rises to 55p: 2026 Employer Guide

HMRC Mileage Rate Rises to 55p: 2026 Employer Guide

HMRC's approved mileage rate rose to 55p a mile from 6 April 2026, the first rise since 2011. What UK employers and the self-employed need to do now.

May 29, 20267 min read
UAE Corporate Tax Groups: Should You File as One Entity?

UAE Corporate Tax Groups: Should You File as One Entity?

A UAE corporate tax group lets related companies file one return and pool profits against losses. Here's who qualifies, the benefits, and the catches.

May 28, 20268 min read
FRS 102 Lease Accounting 2026: A Guide for UK SMEs

FRS 102 Lease Accounting 2026: A Guide for UK SMEs

From 1 January 2026, most company leases come onto the balance sheet under amended FRS 102. What UK SMEs need to do for their first reporting period.

May 27, 20269 min read
P11D Deadline 6 July 2026: What UK Employers Must File

P11D Deadline 6 July 2026: What UK Employers Must File

The 2025-26 P11D is due 6 July 2026. Class 1A NIC sits at 15%, late penalties bite per month, and it's the last full year before mandatory payrolling.

May 26, 20269 min read
UAE EOSB Savings Scheme 2026: Should Employers Opt In?

UAE EOSB Savings Scheme 2026: Should Employers Opt In?

UAE's voluntary EOSB Savings Scheme uses 5.83 to 8.33 percent of salary. With mandatory rollout signalled for 2026, here's how to decide.

May 25, 20268 min read
BADR at 18%: UK Directors Selling or Closing in 2026-27

BADR at 18%: UK Directors Selling or Closing in 2026-27

BADR rate rose to 18% on 6 April 2026 and HMRC is writing to anyone near the £1m lifetime limit. What UK directors must check before exit.

May 21, 20267 min read
UAE WPS Compliance 2026: Mainland Employer Checklist

UAE WPS Compliance 2026: Mainland Employer Checklist

From 1 June 2026, UAE mainland employers must pay 85% of wages by the 1st of each month via WPS. Penalties start on Day 5. Here is the checklist.

May 20, 202610 min read
Is Your Accountant HMRC-Registered? What 2026 Rules Mean

Is Your Accountant HMRC-Registered? What 2026 Rules Mean

From 18 May 2026, every UK tax adviser who deals with HMRC must register and meet new minimum standards. Here is how to check your accountant qualifies.

May 19, 20267 min read
UAE VAT Refunds: Claim Trapped Credits Before They Expire

UAE VAT Refunds: Claim Trapped Credits Before They Expire

From 1 January 2026, excess UAE VAT credits expire five years after the tax period they arose in. Reclaim the oldest before 31 December 2026 or lose the cash.

May 18, 20268 min read