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🚨 Major Companies House changes are coming for UK businesses from April 2028, and every company needs to be aware.

New rules will significantly change how annual accounts are prepared and filed, including mandatory digital filing, new reporting requirements, and changes to what information is published publicly.

While the reforms aim to improve transparency and reduce economic crime, they also mean businesses will need to update their accounting processes, software, and compliance approach well in advance.

Now is the time to start preparing, not in 2028.

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🏢 Small businesses in England could benefit from an important update to Supporting Small Business Relief.

The government has amended the rules, with changes backdated to 1 April 2026, helping eligible businesses retain valuable business rates relief even if there has been a change of ratepayer or a period of vacancy.

If your business premises have changed ownership or occupancy, or experienced a vacancy, it's worth reviewing whether these new rules could benefit you.

Understanding business rates relief can help reduce costs and improve cash flow.

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☀️ Big VAT savings are coming this summer.

The government has announced a temporary VAT reduction from 20% to 5% on selected children's meals and family leisure activities.

📅 The reduced rate applies from 25 June to 1 September 2026.

Eligible activities include:

🍽️ Children's meals served from dedicated children's menus
🎬 Cinema tickets
🎭 Theatre shows
🎵 Concerts and exhibitions
🎡 Theme parks and family attractions
🦁 Zoos and museums
🎪 Fairs and circuses

However, not everything qualifies.

❌ Takeaway meals
❌ Sporting activities

For affected businesses, this may mean updating:

✔ Pricing
✔ Till systems
✔ Websites and booking systems
✔ Accounting software

💡 The government expects businesses to pass the VAT savings directly on to customers.

If your business is affected, now is the time to review how the rules apply and ensure your systems are ready for the summer period.

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At Naseems Accountants, we can help you manage VAT changes, update your processes, and stay compliant with the latest requirements.

⚠️ 43% of UK businesses experienced a cyber attack last year.

With AI making cyber threats more sophisticated, businesses are being encouraged to take cyber security more seriously than ever.

🛡️ The government's new Cyber Resilience Pledge encourages businesses to:

✔ Make cyber security a board-level priority
✔ Join the free Early Warning Service
✔ Ensure suppliers hold Cyber Essentials certification

Cyber attacks don't just affect your IT systems.

They can lead to:
❌ Operational disruption
❌ Financial losses
❌ Reputational damage
❌ Loss of customer trust

💡 Building resilience isn't just about technology, it's about protecting your business, your finances, and your future.

At Naseems Accountants, we help businesses strengthen their financial systems, compliance processes, and operational resilience.

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Speak with our team today and ensure your business is prepared for the risks of tomorrow.

📢 A record number of taxpayers are already filing their tax returns early.

HM Revenue and Customs reports that nearly 738,000 Self Assessment tax returns were filed during April 2026 alone.

So why are more people filing early?

✔ Faster tax refunds
✔ Less last-minute stress
✔ More time to budget for tax payments
✔ Time to correct mistakes before the deadline
✔ Proof of income for mortgages, loans, or benefits

💡 Important reminder:
Filing early does NOT mean paying early.

You still have until 31 January 2027 to pay any tax owed.

With more than 12 million tax returns expected this year, leaving it until January can create unnecessary pressure.

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At Naseems Accountants, we help individuals and business owners prepare accurate Self Assessment tax returns on time and with confidence.

🏢 Closed your company years ago? Your records may still matter.

Companies House is reviewing how long records of dissolved companies should be kept, and it could affect former directors and business owners.

📂 Current rules:
Company records are usually kept for 20 years after dissolution.
After that, some records are archived while others may be destroyed.

⚠ What’s changing?
Due to growing concerns, Companies House has paused the destruction of dissolved company records while the review takes place.

💡 Why this matters:
Old company records can still be important for:
✔ Tax enquiries
✔ Legal matters
✔ Business history
✔ Director records

Even if a company no longer exists, its records may still play an important role in future compliance or investigations.

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Need help with company compliance, dissolutions, or Companies House filings?
Speak with Naseems Accountants for expert guidance.