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Zero-Hours Contracts: What UK Employers Must Prepare in 2026

Zero-Hours Contracts: What UK Employers Must Prepare in 2026

The Employment Rights Act 2025 gives zero-hours staff guaranteed hours from 2027. Here is what UK employers should do now, before the 25 August 2026 deadline.

Jul 15, 20267 min read
How UAE Free Zone Businesses Lose Their 0% Tax Rate

How UAE Free Zone Businesses Lose Their 0% Tax Rate

Losing Qualifying Free Zone Person status means 9% corporate tax for five years. Learn what triggers disqualification and how to keep your 0% rate.

Jul 3, 20268 min read
UAE Family Foundations and Corporate Tax: 2026 Guidance

UAE Family Foundations and Corporate Tax: 2026 Guidance

The FTA's June 2026 update changed how UAE family foundations claim corporate tax transparency. See who qualifies, what changed, and how to elect.

Jul 1, 20267 min read
UAE FTA Audit Window 2026: How Far Back Can They Go?

UAE FTA Audit Window 2026: How Far Back Can They Go?

The FTA can now reach back up to 15 years in some cases. Here is how the 2026 audit limitation rules work and how long to keep your UAE tax records.

Jun 26, 20268 min read
Pensions and Inheritance Tax: What Changes in April 2027

Pensions and Inheritance Tax: What Changes in April 2027

From 6 April 2027, unused pension funds fall into your estate for inheritance tax. Here's what UK business owners should review before the rules change.

Jun 18, 20267 min read
UAE Small Business Relief Ends 2026: Plan the Transition

UAE Small Business Relief Ends 2026: Plan the Transition

UAE Small Business Relief ends for tax periods after 31 December 2026. Here is when your last 0% period falls and how to plan for the 9% rate that follows.

Jun 15, 20268 min read
Director Salary 2026-27: How Much Should You Pay Yourself?

Director Salary 2026-27: How Much Should You Pay Yourself?

Most limited company directors should take a £12,570 salary in 2026-27. Here is why, how the £5,000 NIC threshold works, and the best salary-dividend split.

Jun 5, 20267 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
UAE R&D Tax Credit 2026: Can Your Business Claim It?

UAE R&D Tax Credit 2026: Can Your Business Claim It?

The UAE's new R&D tax credit gives 15% to 50% back on qualifying research spend from 2026. Here is who can claim and the pre-approval step you cannot skip.

May 15, 20267 min read